Trump worries Iran’s leaders may be just ‘as bad’ after war

The U.S. president’s comments are likely to spur concerns on the administration’s endgame with the conflict.

3 Mar, 22:10 — 4 Mar, 03:37

Why this matters

President Trump's remarks offer insight into the U.S. administration's long-term strategy and potential outcomes regarding the ongoing tensions with Iran. These comments could influence diplomatic efforts and perceptions of the conflict's resolution.

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President Trump expressed concern that new Iranian leaders might be "just as bad" as current ones
Trump desires a more moderate leader to emerge in Iran

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Trump stated that he'd like to see a more moderate leader emerge in Iran.

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Trump's top candidates for moderate Iranian leadership were killed amid strikes.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual45d ago

Trump worries Iranian leaders could be just ‘as bad’ after war

Trump reiterated that he’d like to see a more moderate leader emerge in Iran, but his top candidates were killed amid strikes.

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japan-timesMostly Factual45d ago