# CENTCOM: U.S. Striking Iran at Trump’s Direction

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Podcast: [The Lead with Jake Tapper](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-lead-with-jake-tapper-494188)
Published: 2026-07-09T00:32:00+00:00
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## Resource

The United States military is again striking Iran as the remains of the ceasefire appear to be crumbling. US Central Command is saying these strikes were at the direction of President Trump.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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