“Iran has officially responded to our Obliteration of their Nuclear Facilities with a very weak response, which we expected, and have very effectively countered. There have been 14 missiles fired — 13 were knocked down, and 1 was set free, because it was headed in a nonthreatening direction. I am pleased to report that NO Americans were harmed, and hardly any damage was done. Most importantly, theyve gotten it all out of their system, and there will, hopefully, be no further HATE. I want to thank Iran for giving us early notice, which made it possible for no lives to be lost, and nobody to be injured. Perhaps Iran can now proceed to Peace and Harmony in the Region, and I will enthusiastically encourage Israel to do the same. Thank you for your attention to this matter!DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” @realDonaldTrump
Fact-Check Summary President Trump’s statement asserts that Iran responded weakly to U.S. strikes on their nuclear sites, firing 14 missiles of which 13 were intercepted and one was permitted through as it posed no threat. No Americans were harmed and only minimal damage occurred. Multiple reputable sources confirm Iran did launch missiles targeting U.S. bases—primarily […]