For US President Donald Trump, diplomacy is the first choice in resolving international crises, but if necessary, he is prepared to resort to the use of deadly force, White House spokeswoman Caroline Levitt said at a briefing in response to a question related to Iran, Reuters reported, quoted by BTA.
Meanwhile, the White House warned drug cartels not to take action against American citizens in Mexico.
The warning was prompted by the killing of Mexican drug lord El Mencho, which sparked a new wave of violence. The administration called on Americans in the country to strictly follow the instructions and recommendations of the US State Department.