Trump says 'we won' Iran war during Veterans Day service

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Trump says 'we won' Iran war during Veterans Day service. (2026, November 11). BBC News. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cke89dqmlp2eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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At a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, President Donald Trump placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and addressed the ongoing conflict with Iran, claiming that "we won" but suggesting it is still undecided on when to conclude hostilities. The event took place near Memorial Circle, where plans are underway for a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch intended to honor Trump's legacy.

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On November 11, 2026, President Donald Trump visited Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate Veterans Day. The event began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, followed by Trump's speech honoring fallen soldiers and addressing the ongoing war with Iran. Attendees included Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Attorney General Todd Blanche, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, and other high-ranking officials. During his 25-minute address, Trump defended the war in Iran despite its unpopularity and warned against those with "horrible ideology" who might damage the US, likely referring to the incoming Democratic majority in Congress threatening investigations into his administration.

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