Trump compares attack on Iran to Pearl Harbor in meeting with Japanese PM

BBC News - WorldFiled 2026-03-19 · 17:50 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min

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During a meeting in the Oval Office, US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi discussed the president's decision not to inform allies about a potential attack on Iran. When questioned by Takaichi, Trump referenced Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II. He stated, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?" The meeting took place amidst ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East. The article does not provide further context or explanation for Trump's statement.

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"Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"

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Trump responded by raising Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Trump was asked why he didn't inform allies about his plan to attack Iran.

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Donald Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office.

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In a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office, US President Donald Trump was asked why he didn't inform allies about his plan to attack Iran. Trump responded by raising Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II, saying, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?" More on the latest on the conflict in the Middle East here.13 hours ago

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