At a business forum in Miami on the 27th, Trump was asked by the host, "What kind of historical legacy do you want to leave behind?"
Trump, speaking off-the-cuff:
"Well, let me tell you, I've previously mentioned this—I'm the one who brought eight wars to an end, meaning I saved millions of lives. Some of these conflicts lasted for decades: one lasted 34 years, another 32, one 29, and another 22.
These were protracted wars with massive casualties each year. So I saved millions of people—and although I know it might sound inappropriate, I truly hope my historical reputation will be that of a great peacemaker, because I genuinely believe I am a peacemaker.
It may not seem like it right now, but I think I'm a peacemaker (It doesn't seem it right now, but I think I'm a peacemaker)."
Trump also acknowledged that he currently doesn’t look like one.
He even joked about the Strait of Hormuz, calling it the "Strait of Trump" (I mean, Hormuz).
He said the conflict with Iran isn’t over yet—there are still 3,554 targets remaining.
If Trump actually follows through on all the issues he campaigned on, and if his cabinet members faithfully carry them out, he could indeed become a true peacemaker.
Too bad.
Trump has granted Iran a new grace period, extending it from five days to ten. Media assessments suggest he’s using this time to secure support from Gulf Arab nations and Europe in preparation for a full-scale offensive.
Israel cannot send troops into Iranian territory—not a single soldier. This operation can only be carried out by the United States alone.
If ground forces are deployed, Trump hopes the Gulf allies will take the lead rather than the Marines.
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