Trump confirms US strikes in Iran, insists ‘it’s not a war’

The strikes on Qeshm Island mark the first military action by the US against Iran since the November 3 midterm elections. Trump addressed reporters about the incident, deliberately avoiding characterizing the situation as a war.

The confirmation comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations, though Trump's characterization suggests the administration aims to limit the perception of escalation.

Downplaying Escalation

By describing the strikes as 'minor' and insisting 'it's not a war', Trump appears to be attempting to control the narrative around the military action.