Trump Announces Severe Strikes Against Iran

US President Donald Trump announced that he will address the nation on July 17, 2026, at 04:00 Turkish time. In an interview, he stated that the agreement with Iran was a test and that they will carry out strong air strikes against Iran tonight and tomorrow. Trump informed US lawmakers in a letter that US forces had conducted 'defensive strikes' against targets in Iran on July 7. Trump's statements came amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The US President stated on social media that he will address the nation at 04:00 on July 17, 2026. In the interview, Trump replied to a question about the purpose of the agreement with Iran, saying, 'It was a test, designed to fail.'