Donald Trump has admitted for the first time to a personal motive behind ordering the strike on Iran. The Washington Post reports that Trump cited Iran’s attempts to assassinate him in 2024 as a key factor in his decision to target Ali Khamenei.
The joint US-Israel attacks, which resulted in the death of the Iranian leader, have entered their fifth day. Trump described the operation as a direct response to life-threatening plots against him.
The strikes have eliminated numerous top military commanders and targeted nuclear infrastructure. In retaliation, Iran has launched missile attacks on US bases across the Gulf region.
Trump Cites Assassination Attempt as Motive for Iran Strike
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