new video loaded: Why Trump Keeps Saying ‘Nuclear’2:59Our national security reporter David E. Sanger describes how President Trump is considering a risky commando operation at an Iranian nuclear site.By David E. Sanger, Coleman Lowndes, Joey Sendaydiego, Estelle Caswell, Jon Hazell, Rafaela Balster and Whitney ShefteMarch 18, 2026
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WED · 2026-03-18 · 20:45 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0318-25832
NSR-2026-0318-25832News Report·EN·National Security
Why Trump Keeps Saying ‘Nuclear’
In March 2026, a news report by David E. Sanger and others investigated why Donald Trump repeatedly mentions "nuclear" in his statements.
David E. Sanger, Coleman Lowndes, Joey Sendaydiego, Estelle Caswell, Jon Hazell, Rafaela Balster and Whitney ShefteNew York Times - WorldFiled 2026-03-18 · 20:45 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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In March 2026, a news report by David E. Sanger and others investigated why Donald Trump repeatedly mentions "nuclear" in his statements. The report indicates that Trump is considering a risky commando operation targeting an Iranian nuclear site. The video report features national security reporter David E. Sanger, who describes the potential operation. The report aims to explain the context behind Trump's repeated references to nuclear matters and the possible implications of his considerations regarding Iran. The report's findings suggest a potential escalation of tensions with Iran due to the proposed military action.
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Our national security reporter David E. Sanger describes how President Trump is considering a risky commando operation.
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President Trump is considering a risky commando operation at an Iranian nuclear site.
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