VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-07-13
“directed the strikes to hold Iranian forces accountable.”
US Central Command · said 2026-07-12 · reported 2026-07-13
CENTCOM said President Donald Trump directed the strikes to hold Iranian forces accountable.
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