‘Patience is wearing thin' and the ‘battle begins': War of words between Khamenei and Trump
FDD Iran Program Senior Director Behnam Ben Taleblu has discussed the war of words on social media between the US President and the Iranian Supreme Leader.
Both leaders have posted on social media about the escalating conflict, with Trump claiming his patience is 'wearing thin', and Khamenei stating the 'battle begins'.
'Between Trump and Khamenei, there's a whole world of difference,' Mr Taleblu told Sky News Digital Presenter Gabriella Power.
'Both of these leaders are looking to use public messaging to try and bolster their deterrence.'
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