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Donald Trump: “No president in history has ever been tougher on Iran than I…”

Featuring: Donald Trump, Republican | President of the United States | National

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President Trump Holds a Press Conference, Jun. 17, 2026

Published | Video Starts at 25:57

But again, it started a long time ago. It started with the death of Soleimani. That was a big deal. No president in history has ever been tougher on Iran than I have. and they know that. And by the way, if they don't honor the agreement or some things aren't even mentioned in the agreement. (25:57–26:02)

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Asserts that he has been tougher on Iran than any previous U.S. president.

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