Trump defends Iran war in Veterans Day address
The war, which began on Feb 28 with US and Israeli strikes against Iran, has so far cost the lives of 23 US service members and wounded several hundred more.
On Veterans Day, US President Donald Trump honored the bravery of American soldiers while defending the ongoing war against Iran. The conflict, which began on February 28, has resulted in 23 US service member deaths and hundreds of injuries, according to Pentagon reports. Trump claimed Tehran initiated the war, which he asserted aimed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
During his address at Arlington National Cemetery, Trump praised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for his performance. The Republican-controlled House of Representatives had recently blocked a bid to impeach Hegseth for alleged war crimes and abuse of power. The President also mentioned plans for a 250-foot-tall triumphal arch near the cemetery, which is currently under scrutiny by the Kennedy family, veterans, and local authorities.
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