Trump isn’t afraid of any of these enemy nations.
President Donald Trump made it clear that he isn’t concerned about the joint military exercises being conducted by Russia, China, and Iran. When asked about the drills, which include annual naval operations, he confidently replied, “No, not at all. Not at all.”
When pressed by a reporter on why he wasn’t worried, Trump gave a direct response: “Because we’re stronger than all of them. We have more power than all of them. I rebuilt the military. Unfortunately, Biden did nothing with it, but I rebuilt the military.” This statement reflected his long-standing stance that his administration prioritized military strength and national security.
Trump also indicated that he wasn’t interested in dwelling on the matter, quickly redirecting the conversation. He said, “Let’s see what happens with the whole Russia-Ukraine thing,” before predicting positive outcomes in international diplomacy. He specifically referenced the negotiations taking place in Saudi Arabia that week, aimed at finding a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “I think you’re going to have, eventually, and maybe not in the distant future, you’re going to have some pretty good results coming out of Saudi Arabia this week,” he noted.
At the same time, Iranian, Chinese, and Russian warships had commenced their joint military drills in the Gulf of Oman—an event that has been held annually since 2019. Experts have pointed out that these exercises are not just about military cooperation but also serve as a demonstration of power and a sign of increasingly close ties between the three nations.
These activities come amidst a global backdrop where Trump’s “America First” policies have reshaped the U.S. approach to international relations, including cultivating stronger ties with Russia and reducing the U.S.’s involvement in the Ukraine conflict. While the media continues to focus on these joint drills, Trump remains confident that America’s military supremacy and his strategic diplomacy can ensure the nation’s strength on the world stage.