Event Brief
UPDATED Sep 3, 2026 at 7:11 AM ET
Aug 31, 2026 at 5:11 PM ET
Trump says US may still retaliate against Iran
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Donald Trump said the US military may still “smack” Iran despite describing Iran as a “failed nation.” He also vowed retaliation for Iranian strikes on US military bases in Jordan.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump vowed retaliation for Iranian strikes on US military bases in Jordan and said the US military may still retaliate against Iran.
WHEN: Aug 31, 2026 at 4:26 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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