Former President Donald Trump has made bold assertions regarding the recent Iranian missile attacks on Israel, linking them to his absence from the Oval Office.
According to a report by the Daily Mail, Trump claimed that if he were still president, Iran would not have launched its recent missile attacks on Israel.
In his post, Trump drew attention to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Europe, specifically mentioning the situation between Russia and Ukraine. He also highlighted concerns about global inflation, suggesting that these issues were absent during his tenure as president.
Trump stated:
Look at the missiles flying right now in the Middle East, look at what's happening with Russia/Ukraine, look at Inflation destroying the World. None of this happened while I was president!
The former president's comments come in the wake of Iran's missile attack on Israel, which saw approximately 180 Iranian missiles launched toward the Jewish state.
Trump further elaborated on his stance regarding Iran in an official campaign statement. He asserted that during his presidency, Iran was effectively contained and faced economic challenges due to sanctions.
The statement read:
When I was President, Iran was in total check. They were starved for cash, fully contained, and desperate to make a deal.
Trump criticized the current administration's approach to Iran, suggesting that their policies have led to increased instability in the Middle East.
He claimed that under his leadership, there were no wars in the Middle East or Europe, and there was "harmony in Asia." Trump contrasted this with the current global situation, describing it as being on the "brink of World War III."
While Trump was vocal about his criticisms, the Biden administration took immediate action in response to the Iranian attack on Israel.
President Biden released a statement affirming U.S. support for Israel's defense. He declared that the United States was prepared to assist Israel in defending against these attacks and protect American personnel in the region. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan characterized Iran's attack as a "significant escalation" and stated that the White House would consider appropriate next steps.
The U.S. military played an active role in defending against the Iranian missile attack. Sullivan revealed that U.S. naval destroyers coordinated with Israeli defense forces to intercept incoming missiles.
Trump's statements and the current administration's actions highlight the complex and evolving situation in the Middle East. The former president's claims about preventing such conflicts during his tenure contrast sharply with the current reality of escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. Meanwhile, the Biden administration faces the challenge of navigating this crisis while maintaining regional stability and supporting U.S. allies.
