US EditionTrump says not putting US troops in region amid Iran war
Trump rejects deploying U.S. ground forces in Middle East and directs Netanyahu to cease attacks on Iranian energy targets amid surging global energy prices, up 50% since late February.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump denied plans to deploy ground troops to Iran during an Oval Office meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, describing the nearly three-week conflict as an "excursion."
- An Israeli strike on Iran's South Pars Gas Field triggered retaliatory attacks on Qatari and Saudi facilities, pushing Brent Crude Oil prices to $114 per barrel on Thursday morning, the highest since June 2022 when prices peaked at $119.
- Trump admitted speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the attack, insisting "don't do that, and he won't do it," yet claimed the United States "knew nothing" beforehand despite Israeli officials disputing the denial.
- The Islamic Republic of Iran publicly executed 19-year-old champion wrestler Saleh Mohammadi on Thursday, prompting human rights activist Nima Far to condemn the killing as a "blatant political murder" targeting athletes to crush dissent.
- Trump threatened to "massively blow up the entirety of the South Pars Gas Field" if Iran attacks Qatar's LNG facilities again, claiming the United States possesses "unthinkable" power to end the war in seconds.
52 Articles
52 Articles
Trump: No US Troops on the Ground; Japan Joins US Allies in Potential Hormuz Strait Coalition
President Donald Trump says NATO countries are now “getting much nicer” about defending the Strait of Hormuz, but their support comes too late. Meanwhile, the Pentagon declares the United States is “winning decisively” and is assuring Americans that Operation Epic Fury is nothing like the “forever wars” in Iraq and Afghanistan. Lawmakers press the nation’s top intelligence officials on global threats, with China, Iran, and cyber warfare taking c…
President Trump on Iran: “I’m not putting troops anywhere.” * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Noah
President Trump just said it flat-out: “I’m not putting troops anywhere.” In other words, no boots on the ground in Iran. However, he did also hedge by saying if he was going to do that, he certainly wouldn’t tell anyone ahead of time. So as much as I love and trust and respect President Trump, this is a fluid and dynamic situation, changing hourly, so take this with a grain of salt: NOW – Trump on Iran: "I'm not putting troops anywhere." pic.t…
Donald Trump rules out US ground troops in Iran conflict amid escalating Middle East tensions: ‘I am not putting…’
Donald Trump's comments counter recent reports suggesting the administration is weighing reinforcements, including thousands of additional personnel to secure key areas like the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump on Iran: "I'm not putting troops anywhere."
President Trump just said it flat-out: “I’m not putting troops anywhere.” In other words, no boots on the ground in Iran. However, he did also hedge by saying if he was going to do that, he certainly wouldn’t tell anyone ahead of time. So as much as I love and trust and respect President Trump, this is a fluid and dynamic situation, changing hourly, so take this with a grain of salt: NOW – Trump on Iran: "I'm not putting troops anywhere." pic.t…
Trump Says No Ground Troops Planned In Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump said Thursday he does not plan to deploy U.S. ground troops in the Middle East as the conflict with Iran continues, pushing back on speculation about a possible mission to secure enriched uranium. Speaking at the White House, Trump stated, “I’m not putting troops anywhere,” while leaving open broader military and strategic options. The comments come as the Pentagon seeks roughly $200 billion in funding tie…
US President Donald Trump said today during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House that he would not use ground troops in a war with Iran. He added that he would not reveal to the public if he intended to do so, according to US media and foreign news agencies.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 44% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
