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Trump Claims Iran's Regime 'Destroyed' After US Strikes

Published March 16, 2026, 17:17
Trump Claims Iran's Regime 'Destroyed' After US Strikes

Donald Trump, in a press conference, asserted that the US has significantly weakened the Iranian regime, striking over 7,000 targets throughout the Islamic Republic. He claimed that Iran's Air Force and Navy have been almost destroyed, and that there has been a significant reduction in ballistic missile and drone attacks. Trump also stated that more than 100 Iranian warships have been sunk or destroyed, and that the US has neutralized Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. He called on other countries to contribute to the security of the region, while expressing disappointment with those unwilling to help. He did not provide specific evidence to support his claims.