Sven Mikser, a Member of the European Parliament from Estonia, expressed his views on the U.S.'s military posture towards Iran during an appearance on the show "Ringvaates." He pointed out that while the United States has amassed considerable firepower in the Middle East in preparation for a potential strike on Iran, it does not appear that President Donald Trump's administration intends to commit forces for an extended period. Mikser noted that such a decision would ultimately rest with the U.S. president, who holds the authority to order military action.

Mikser acknowledged the existing military plans in the event of an order to strike, indicating that the U.S. seems prepared not only for a singular attack similar to the previous strike on Iranian nuclear facilities but also potentially for a more prolonged military involvement if necessary. However, he emphasized the difficulty in defining the precise objectives of such military engagement, especially considering recent unrest in Iran that had resulted in casualties just a month prior to his comments.

This discussion comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, which have implications not just for regional stability but also for international relations. Mikser's remarks suggest a cautious approach from the U.S., balancing between demonstrating military readiness and avoiding deeper military entanglement in Iran, which could lead to significant geopolitical consequences.