Trump tells CNN he would strike Iran if they targeted USPresident Donald Trump told CNN reporter Kit Maher that Iran would face strikes “like they’ve never been hit before” if it targeted US military or commercial bases. It comes after Trump threatened intervening in Iran amid a deadly crackdown on anti-government protests there. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump also said he plans to discuss the use of Starlink with Elon Musk as Iranians endure an internet blackout.

Source: CNN January 12, 2026 06:13 UTC