
Trump Defends Iran Bombing, U.S. Braces For Retaliation: Live Updates
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Countries around the world are calling for diplomacy after the attack, though Iran has said the U.S. "crossed a very big red line."
President Donald Trump is defending his decision to have the United States launch strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend, inserting itself into Israel’s war against the country.
The U.S. is bracing for a retaliatory attack from Iran. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem warned Americans Sunday that the conflict is “causing a heightened threat environment in the United States.”
Trump approved the strikes without congressional authorization, leading to criticism from both sides of the aisle.
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Iran’s foreign minister said the U.S. “crossed a very big red line” that has erased the possibility of diplomatic talks.













