Trump warns Iran against attack 'on anything American'
President Donald Trump on Tuesday talked tough about Iran, with his warnings coming just a few days after he called off U.S. airstrikes against Iranian targets that would have been in retaliation for the downing of an American drone.
Speaking to reporters at the White House later Tuesday, Trump said Iran will “let us know” when the country is ready to talk or “do whatever.” When asked if he has an exit strategy if war breaks out with Iran, the president said he won’t need one. — Donald J. Trump June 25, 2019 Read more: Trump boasts best June for stock market in years — but a half-dozen signs flash warnings
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