Trump denies that Israel forced US’s hand in launching strikes against Iran

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Robert Tait in WashingtonMarch 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM

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Donald Trump denied claims that Israel pressured the U.S. into launching strikes against Iran. The denial follows criticism from both Democrats and some of Trump's supporters who suspect the military action was driven by Israeli interests, not U.S. security. Senator Marco Rubio suggested the U.S. preemptively struck Iran to prevent Iranian retaliation against U.S. forces following an anticipated Israeli action. Trump countered that he believed Iran was planning to attack first, justifying the U.S. military action. Democrats are using Rubio's comments to support war powers resolutions, asserting Congress's role in authorizing military action.

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Taiwan Strait 30% John Ratcliffe 40% Marco Rubio 50% Gaza Strip 60% Israel ×370% Donald Trump ×480% United States Congress ×280% Iran ×290%

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iran strikes 90% donald trump 90% israel 80% pre-emptive action 70% us foreign policy 70% imminent threat 60% war powers 60% military action 50%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Iran

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