Amidst a political climate already thick with tension, a fresh claim by US President Donald Trump has added another layer of intrigue.
Speaking at a Republican fundraiser in Washington, DC, Trump told supporters that 'Iran had, in effect, offered him the role of supreme leader.' He said 'he declined'. The remark was delivered in his familiar off-the-cuff style. It quickly drew attention, not only for its unusual nature but also for the absence of any confirmation from Tehran.
