Israeli strikes on Iran lead to new test of Trump’s ability to deliver on ‘America first’ agenda
President Trump urged Israel in June 2025 not to strike Iran's nuclear sites, saying a deal was close, but acknowledged a strike "could very well happen." Hours later Israel attacked Iran, testing his promise not to drag the U.S. into another war and dividing his political base.
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2 developments- Jun 12, 2025Trump says Israel should not strike Iran, as nuclear deal 'close'
- Jun 13, 2025Israeli strikes on Iran lead to new test of Trump’s ability to deliver on ‘America first’ agenda
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