This transcript features President Trump's brief remarks outside the White House, primarily addressing the ceasefire between Iran and Israel. He expresses dissatisfaction with both nations for perceived violations, but emphasizes greater disappointment with Israel for what he describes as excessive and immediate retaliation after the ceasefire agreement, particularly in response to a single non-landing rocket. Trump also vehemently criticizes CNN and MSNBC, labeling them "fake news" and "scum," for allegedly downplaying the effectiveness of U.S. military action that he claims "demolished" Iran's nuclear program. He praises the B2 pilots for their success and calls for Israel to "calm down."
President Trump's Remarks on Middle East Ceasefire and Media Criticism
0:00 Displeasure with Ceasefire Violations: President Trump expresses unhappiness with both Iran and Israel regarding the ceasefire, stating he is "more unhappy" with Israel.
0:02 - 0:54 Criticism of Israeli Retaliation: Trump specifically criticizes Israel for a "very strong" retaliation after the ceasefire and for acting again due to a single rocket that "didn't land anywhere," stating, "That's not what we want. I'm not happy about that Israel either."
1:00 - 1:47 Middle East "New Dawn" & Call for Calm: Asked about a "new dawn" in the Middle East, Trump initially misunderstands the question, speaking about "women in the Middle East" before clarifying it's a "new place agreement." He then states, "We have to have Israel calm down because they went on a mission this morning. I got to get Israel to calm down now."
2:10 - 2:33 Efforts to Maintain Ceasefire: Trump acknowledges both sides accusing each other of violations, stating he doesn't think they acted intentionally but couldn't "reign people back." He reiterates disapproval of Israel's morning action and pledges to try and stop it.
2:43 - 3:57 Iran's Nuclear Program "Demolished" and Fierce Media Criticism: Trump asserts that a target (Iran's nuclear program) has been "completely demolished" by B2 pilots who did an "unbelievable job." He aggressively attacks CNN and MSDNC (MSNBC), calling them "fake news," "scum," and "gutless losers" for allegedly trying to discredit the pilots and demean him by suggesting the destruction was not complete. He declares, "Iran will never rebuild its nuclear program... That place is demolished."
4:43 - 5:23 Renewed Disappointment with Israel: Trump reiterates his unhappiness with Israel for dropping a "load of bombs" immediately after the ceasefire deal was made and for reacting this morning to a single non-landing rocket.