Trump Defends Iran Strike Surprise, Quoting Pearl Harbor
TL;DR
President Trump said the U.S. didn’t warn allies before striking Iran on February 28 to preserve surprise, telling a Japanese reporter, 'Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor?' The moment occurred in the Oval Office with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, highlighting the administration’s emphasis on surprise in military action while noting the enduring U.S.–Japan alliance despite historical tensions.
- Trump explains why he kept Japan in the dark on Iran strikes: "Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor?" CBS News
- Trump Jokes About Pearl Harbor in Meeting With Japan’s Leader The New York Times
- Iran conflict looms large over Trump's meeting with Japan PM BBC
- WATCH: Trump meets with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House PBS
- Trump lauds Japan’s promise, however vague, to help with Iran Politico
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