Daijiworld Media Network - Washington

Washington, Oct 24: US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of possible fresh military action if Tehran fails to reach a diplomatic agreement with Washington, saying the United States could launch “another little Epic Fury” if negotiations fail.

Addressing a campaign rally in Florida, Trump referred to the possibility of renewed military strikes while discussing his administration's national security decisions and criticising Iran's leadership.

“We may do another little Epic Fury, or they'll agree,” Trump told the cheering crowd, suggesting that military action remained an option if diplomatic efforts failed.

“If they're smart, they'll just say, 'Let's get down to business.' But, you know, I doubt they'll do that because perhaps they're not smart,” he added.

Trump also referred to the US Navy's presence in the Caribbean, suggesting that American warships returning from the Middle East could stop near Cuba. He joked that the ships would approach within 50 yards of the Cuban coast before US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was sent to complete the diplomatic objectives.

Turning to his administration's efforts to secure the release of Americans detained abroad, Trump highlighted the return of hostages held by Hamas and the recovery of American citizen Stephen Hubbard from Russia.

“We got all 28 Hamas hostages returned to their families, both living and dead and hundreds before that. And just yesterday, we got Stephen Hubbard back from Russia,” he said.

Shifting his focus to domestic healthcare, Trump announced a federal investment of $250 million to address staffing shortages in elder-care facilities across the United States. He said the funding would support the recruitment of at least 5,000 nurses, including in Florida.

“Today, I am pleased to announce that the Trump Administration is investing $250 million to hire at least 5,000 new nurses in elder care facilities across America, including right here in the Great State of Florida,” he said.