Former U.S. President Donald Trump has openly claimed responsibility for Israel’s airstrike on Iran that occurred last June, stating that he was “fully responsible” for the operation. In a statement on November 7, Trump emphasized that Israel’s initial attack was extremely powerful and that his administration oversaw the operation’s execution. While the Washington administration initially sought to distance itself from the strike, Trump now asserts credit for the military outcomes. He likened the decisive action to how his party should move forward politically. The Israeli strike triggered a severe retaliatory response from Iran, which forced the United States and Israel to announce a ceasefire within 12 days. Trump’s comments come amid his push for Republicans in the Senate to pass legislation by simple majority, signaling his continued influence in U.S. political and foreign policy discussions.