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Trump Approves Iran Strike Despite Intelligence Warnings

8/26/2026

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President Donald Trump launched a February 28 strike against Iran despite intelligence warnings.
The war killed 3,000 Iranians, 18 U.S. servicemembers and injured 756 troops.
Vice President JD Vance urged a negotiation-first approach, warning of war costs.
Tulsi Gabbard warned Iran would close the Strait of Hormuz, spiking oil prices.
Secretary Pete Hegseth and military leaders presented strike plans that Trump accepted.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump launched a February 28 strike against Iran despite intelligence warnings.
The war killed 3,000 Iranians, 18 U.S. servicemembers and injured 756 troops.
Vice President JD Vance urged a negotiation-first approach, warning of war costs.
Tulsi Gabbard warned Iran would close the Strait of Hormuz, spiking oil prices.
Secretary Pete Hegseth and military leaders presented strike plans that Trump accepted.