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Trump Defends Pilots, Slams Media Over Iran Strikes

6/26/2025

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President Trump fiercely defended U.S. military pilots, slamming the media for what he called their disrespectful portrayal following a leaked report on the limited impact of strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. He asserted the mission's success, while Defense Secretary Hegseth echoed his sentiments, condemning the media yet confirming the report's validity.

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President Trump fiercely defended U.S. military pilots, slamming the media for what he called their disrespectful portrayal following a leaked report on the limited impact of strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. He asserted the mission's success, while Defense Secretary Hegseth echoed his sentiments, condemning the media yet confirming the report's validity.