President Trump offered high praise to the pilots of the B‑2 Stealth Bombers after a successful mission that wiped out critical Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend. Speaking to reporters while traveling to The Hague for a NATO summit, Trump lauded the air crews for executing a precision strike under challenging conditions.
“They had a magnificent hit in the dark of night with no moon, no light, no nothing,” Trump said. “They hit the target perfectly, wiped it out.” The president emphasized the bravery and skill required for such an operation, making sure to acknowledge the risks these pilots undertook.
Trump didn’t shy away from addressing media skepticism about the strike. Criticizing CNN and other outlets, he said, “The press is very disrespectful. I saw CNN Fake News going, ‘Well, maybe it wasn’t a perfect hit…’ It was perfect. They said, ‘Maybe it could have destroyed it more.’ No, no … every one hit, and it’s very disrespectful to those great geniuses and patriots that flew those planes through tremendous danger.”
While focusing much of his remarks on the successful mission, Trump also gave a glimpse into the ongoing crisis between Russia and Ukraine. Asked if he intended to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky while attending the NATO meetings, Trump responded that it was “likely” he would. The summit arrives at a pivotal moment as NATO aims to maintain unity and focus in support of Kyiv.
Trump’s forceful statements underscored both the precision of American military capabilities and the high stakes that accompany global security tensions. The successful mission in Iran serves as a warning to those challenging American interests, a demonstration that precision and resolve can carry the day.
The president’s approach reflects a focus on strength and accountability in global affairs. At a time when skepticism and second‑guessing dominate media narratives, this episode reminds Americans of the necessity for bold decisions and the courage required to protect the nation.
