Trump hits out at reports that top general flagged risks of attacking Iran

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 24, 2026 at 02:41 AM

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Reports surfaced on February 24, 2026, stating that General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, warned President Trump about the risks of attacking Iran. These risks reportedly included a prolonged conflict, potential US casualties, and a lack of munitions and regional support. Trump responded via social media, dismissing the reports as "100 percent incorrect" and claiming Caine believed a war with Iran would be easily won. The Washington Post reported Caine's concerns stemmed from stretched US munitions stockpiles and the complexity of a potential campaign. Caine's office acknowledged his role in providing military options and associated risks to civilian leaders. Axios reported Caine has been the sole military figure briefing Trump on Iran for several weeks.

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Donald Trump ×2100% General Dan Caine ×2100% Iran ×3100% United States ×2100%

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