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Trump: U.S. Strike on Iran Preemptive, Not Israeli-Driven

3/4/2026

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On March 3, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel did not pressure the United States to strike Iran, and that he might have forced their hand.
He argued Iran was poised to attack first, prompting a preemptive U.S. strike.
He described the strikes as highly effective.
He emphasized that the United States and Israel were prepared.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested Israeli influence on U.S. decisions.

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Story summary

On March 3, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel did not pressure the United States to strike Iran, and that he might have forced their hand.
He argued Iran was poised to attack first, prompting a preemptive U.S. strike.
He described the strikes as highly effective.
He emphasized that the United States and Israel were prepared.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested Israeli influence on U.S. decisions.