US President Donald Trump defended his administration’s policy towards Iran, stressing that the Strait of Hormuz remains open despite escalating regional tensions. He claimed that US military action, including B-2 bomber strikes, significantly weakened Iran’s capabilities and prevented Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump warned that a nuclear-armed Iran would threaten Israel and the greater Middle East. He also accused Iran of attacking multiple countries and described its leadership as “crazy.” Trump also said that wealthy Gulf allies, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, should compensate the United States for the security and military protection Washington provides throughout the region.
