Event Brief
Trump says Iran should have some ballistic missiles
Filed: Jun 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET
Summary: Trump said he was open to Iran keeping its ballistic missile stockpile, calling it unfair otherwise.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said he was open to allowing Iran to maintain its ballistic missile stockpile.
WHEN: Jun 17, 2026 at 9:26 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Trump said it would be unfair for Iran not to have missiles if its neighbors do.
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