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Trump Claims U.S. Arms for Protesters Ended Up with Kurds

4/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump said U.S. forces attempted to arm Iranian protesters earlier this year.
Arms intended for protesters ended up with Iran's Kurds, according to his account.
Trump warned of severe actions against Iran if the Strait of Hormuz was not opened, saying, "Very little is off the table."
Oil prices are rising as the situation remains unresolved, with Americans doubting Trump's peace plans.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said U.S. forces attempted to arm Iranian protesters earlier this year.
Arms intended for protesters ended up with Iran's Kurds, according to his account.
Trump warned of severe actions against Iran if the Strait of Hormuz was not opened, saying, "Very little is off the table."
Oil prices are rising as the situation remains unresolved, with Americans doubting Trump's peace plans.