US President Trump told Axios on Thursday that he’s seriously considering restarting major combat operations in Iran – including strikes that would be bigger than the ones carried out during Operation Epic Fury, Report informs.

In a brief interview, Trump acknowledged that such a decision would have consequences and stressed he hasn’t made a determination yet.

Trump didn’t give a deadline for his decision. Two other US officials confirmed no call has been made and no new orders have been given to the military.

„I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it,” the US president said.

Trump said Israel “would join in two minutes if I ask them to,” but added that „we don’t need anybody” to launch a new operation against Iran.

Trump said the Iranians „want to negotiate” but are not ready to make a deal at the moment.