Trump accuses US media of treason for giving Iran false hopegiving Iran false hope in ongoing war
US President Donald Trump accused American media on Tuesday of treasonous coverage that gives Iran false hope amid an ongoing war between the two nations.
He posted on Truth Social that reports claiming Iranian damage to US forces amount to 'virtual treason.' The remarks highlight deepening tensions as Iran states readiness for further US attacks while Trump travels to China.
- Iran and the US lack formal diplomatic relations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution severed ties.
- Truth Social's user base remains under 5 million monthly active users as of 2025, dwarfed by major platforms.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
26 June, 09:35 PM
US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack26 June, 04:47 PM
Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
