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Iran Misjudges Trump: Retaliation Threats Amid Conflict

3/11/2026

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Retired U.S. Army Gen. Jack Keane says Iran misjudged U.S. President Donald Trump amid the conflict.
Keane criticizes Iran's belief that Trump would stall negotiations and avoid decisive action.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns of retaliation against U.S. and Israeli actions.
U.S. President Donald Trump describes the conflict as an excursion.
Trump seeks unconditional surrender from Iran.

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Retired U.S. Army Gen. Jack Keane says Iran misjudged U.S. President Donald Trump amid the conflict.
Keane criticizes Iran's belief that Trump would stall negotiations and avoid decisive action.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns of retaliation against U.S. and Israeli actions.
U.S. President Donald Trump describes the conflict as an excursion.
Trump seeks unconditional surrender from Iran.