Former President Trump believed Iran would attack US due to good feelings
March 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US President’s Statement on Iran Situation Clarified by White House
According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, US President Donald Trump had expressed a positive sentiment regarding the likelihood of an Iranian attack on US assets in the region. Leavitt stated that this sentiment was based on an assessment of an imminent threat.
In response to media inquiries, Leavitt provided further details about the events leading up to the US strikes ordered in the region. She confirmed that these actions were taken in accordance with the information available at the time regarding a perceived threat from Iran.
The White House has released no additional information on the nature of this alleged threat or the specifics surrounding the US strikes. Leavitt’s statement focused solely on confirming Trump’s initial assessment and the rationale behind the decision to take military action.
It is worth noting that the White House has not provided any further updates on the current situation in the region or the status of ongoing operations. The details of the alleged threat and the subsequent US response remain classified, pending official announcements from the administration.
The White House Press Secretary’s statement provides a clear outline of the events leading up to the US strikes, but no additional context or information has been released at this time.
Source: Al Jazeera