Event Brief
Trump's Claims on Iran Bombing Denied by Ex-Presidents
Filed: Mar 17, 2026 at 7:03 AM ET
Summary: Trump's assertion of speaking to a former president about bombing Iran is contradicted by four denials from past leaders.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Claimed to have spoken to a former president about bombing Iran
WHEN: Mar 16, 2026 at 9:51 PM ET
WHERE: Washington
WHY: To discuss military action regarding Iran
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