Trump believes God backs US in Iran war, Hegseth compares airman's rescue to Jesus' resurrection
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TUE · 2026-04-07 · 09:03 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0407-55961
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Trump and Hegseth invoke God and religion in Iran war press conference
In a press conference on April 7, 2026, regarding the US involvement in the Iran war, President Donald Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth invoked religious themes. Trump stated his belief that God supports the United States' actions in the conflict.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-04-07 · 09:03 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In a press conference on April 7, 2026, regarding the US involvement in the Iran war, President Donald Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth invoked religious themes. Trump stated his belief that God supports the United States' actions in the conflict. Hegseth drew a parallel between the rescue of a downed US airman and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The press conference focused on the US's role in the Iran war and included religious justifications for their involvement. The comments were made during a news conference.
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The article reports on a press conference where Trump and Hegseth made statements about God and religion in relation to the Iran war.
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Pete Hegseth compared the downing and rescue of a US airman to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection.
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Donald Trump believes God backs US actions in the Iran war.
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