Event Brief
Trump says US may need to hit Iran harder
Filed: May 20, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Summary: Trump said the US may have to attack Iran harder but will wait to see if a deal is reached.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said the US may have to hit Iran harder but will wait and see if a deal is reached.
WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 12:44 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: He was discussing whether the US would need to attack Iran harder depending on whether a deal is reached.
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