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Trump Claims Victory as Iran Strikes Back in Conflict

3/11/2026

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In 2025, during the conflict's second week, U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States has achieved significant military successes.
Trump claims Iran's military capabilities are severely diminished, saying 80% of missile launchers were destroyed.
Iran replied with missiles and drones at U.S. and Israeli targets, causing turmoil and higher oil prices.
Trump expressed disappointment over Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei.
Critics say Trump lacks a clear strategy for the conflict.

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Story summary

In 2025, during the conflict's second week, U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States has achieved significant military successes.
Trump claims Iran's military capabilities are severely diminished, saying 80% of missile launchers were destroyed.
Iran replied with missiles and drones at U.S. and Israeli targets, causing turmoil and higher oil prices.
Trump expressed disappointment over Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei.
Critics say Trump lacks a clear strategy for the conflict.