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Pete Hegseth speaks beside President Trump during a press conference on Iran
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Trump Raises Stakes Against Iran

Pete Hegseth said the next round of U.S. strikes on Iran would be the largest yet, while Trump warned of even harsher action if Tehran did not meet U.S. demands. The White House used a rescue mission and a fast-moving deadline to sell the message.
Chris Murphy speaking on television after posting about Trump and Iran
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Murphy’s Biden Praise Bites Back

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Sen. Chris Murphy attacked Trump over an Iran post, then got reminded of his own 2024 praise for Joe Biden. The old clip made the senator’s alarm bell sound a little less like principle and a little more like costume jewelry.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman speaking at a public event about Iran and regional security
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Saudi Prince Blasts Obama’s Iran Cash

Mohammed bin Salman reportedly said Iran turned a huge pile of sanctions relief into missiles, drones, and proxy forces instead of public works. The remarks add fresh heat to an old fight over Obama-era Iran policy.
President Trump preparing to address the nation on Iran
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Trump to Address Iran Crisis Tonight

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President Trump is expected to speak at 9 p.m. ET with an update on the war in Iran, while the Strait of Hormuz, troop levels, and a possible deal remain at the center of the debate.
President Trump speaking during a Cabinet meeting about NATO and Iran
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Trump Torches NATO Over Iran

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Trump renewed his attack on NATO after the alliance declined to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. He said the United States does not need the bloc, but he will remember who showed up and who did not.
President Trump speaking about Iran's nuclear program
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Trump Says Iran Was Two Weeks Away

Trump told MS NOW Iran was close to a nuclear bomb and said U.S. strikes had badly damaged the program. The report also raised fresh questions about how much of Iran's nuclear material and infrastructure may still remain.
JD Vance speaking at a manufacturing event in Michigan after Joe Kent resigned
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Vance Backs Kent Exit

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Vice President JD Vance said Joe Kent was right to resign after breaking with the administration on the Iran dispute, while Trump called Kent weak on security.