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Trump Launches Four-Week Military Operation Against Iran

3/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a four-week military operation against Iran, following strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader.
Trump said in interviews that 'It's always been a four-week process' while noting Iran's size.
Trump acknowledged the expectation of casualties among American soldiers during the operation.
Trump described the potential outcome as a 'great deal for the world' despite ongoing actions that have killed three U.S. service members.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a four-week military operation against Iran, following strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader.
Trump said in interviews that 'It's always been a four-week process' while noting Iran's size.
Trump acknowledged the expectation of casualties among American soldiers during the operation.
Trump described the potential outcome as a 'great deal for the world' despite ongoing actions that have killed three U.S. service members.