Event Brief
Trump defends Iran strike secrecy with Pearl Harbour remark
Filed: Mar 20, 2026 at 2:04 AM ET
Summary: Trump joked about Pearl Harbour when asked why allies weren't informed about Iran strikes, emphasizing the need for surprise.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: defended the secrecy of military strikes on Iran
WHEN: Mar 20, 2026 at 12:54 AM ET
WHERE: Oval Office
WHY: In response to a question about not informing allies like Japan before the strikes.
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