Following an attack on U.S. military forces stationed in Jordan, Donald Trump announced that the United States would retaliate against Iran. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump characterized the situation as the U.S.'s "turn" to respond, explicitly stating that the administration intended to "hit them very hard." While Trump noted that a future diplomatic agreement remains a possibility, his primary emphasis was on the necessity of a strong military response to the recent aggression.

In addition to the events in Jordan, Trump addressed reports of a drone strike targeting tankers off the coast of Egypt. He confirmed that he had been briefed on the incident, though he provided few specific details regarding the nature of the attack or the potential perpetrators. The statements reflect a period of heightened regional tension, with the U.S. military presence in the Middle East facing direct threats from multiple fronts. The reports highlight a shift toward a more aggressive posture in U.S. foreign policy rhetoric regarding Iranian-linked activities in the region.