Trump: Iran Requested Permission to Target American Base After Soleimani's Killing - Video

Former U.S. President Donald Trump revealed a secret that he may not have disclosed before regarding the assassination of former Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani and the downing of an American drone that was spying on Iran. He stated that Iran sought permission from him before responding to the assassination to preserve its dignity and out of fear of a stronger American retaliation. Trump mentioned this during a campaign event in Houston, Texas, saying that Iran informed them that "18 missiles would be launched at an American base in Iraq, but they would not target it directly; they would only target the vicinity of the base." He clarified that no American soldiers were harmed in the strike, adding that he was "the only one who was not upset" by the attack because he was aware of "Iran's intentions." He noted that he is sharing this story for the first time to "demonstrate America's respect," considering that Iran does not respect the United States under Biden's administration.