Trump says shooting at press dinner 'won't deter him' from Iran war
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 06:00 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
US President Donald Trump stated that the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner will not deter him from pursuing a conflict with Iran. Reuters reports that Trump's statement came as tensions between the US and Iran remain high, while BBC says he also emphasized his commitment to Israel.
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