BREAKING NEWS: Trump Takes Questions From Reporters As New Attacks On Iran Commence

The video, published by Forbes Breaking News on July 13, 2026, features a press conference with former President Donald Trump regarding his administration's actions in Utah and ongoing military conflict with Iran.

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. Public Land Management in Utah

The primary focus of the announcement is the decision to reduce the size of certain national monuments in Utah. Trump, accompanied by the Governor of Utah and other state representat

ives, explains the following:

Executive Action: Trump is signing documents to "rightsize" monuments that he claims were unfairly expanded by previous administrations to include millions of acres, exceeding the origi

nal intent of the Antiquities Act.

"Smallest Area" Principle: The administration argues that monument designations should follow the legal standard of being the smallest area compatible with protecting antiquities,

citing that the first monument created under the act was only 1,200 acres.

Multiple-Use Advocacy: Supporters emphasize that the large designations prevented multiple uses of federal lands (such as hunting, fishing,

and resource management). They highlight that Utah is over two-thirds federally owned, which they claim limits the state's economic ability to develop infrastructure, such as building schools and paving roads.

2. Mi

litary Conflict with Iran

Trump discusses the ongoing military situation with Iran, characterizing it as a major campaign to dismantle the nation's offensive capabilities. Key points mentioned include:

Military Enga

gement: He claims the U.S. has demolished Iran's navy, air force, and missile/drone manufacturing capabilities, stating that 159 ships have been sunk and 230 attack planes have been destroyed.

Blockade: The U.S. is

implementing a blockade aimed at stopping business with Iran, while asserting that the Strait of Hormuz will remain open for others.

Justification: Trump asserts that these actions are necessary to prevent Iran from

acquiring a nuclear weapon, which he claims would have happened within a month had the U.S. not intervened.

Economic Pressure: He notes that Iran is experiencing significant inflation (claimed to be over 300%) due

to the ongoing conflict and pressure.

3. Additional Remarks

Respect for Lindsay: Trump pays tribute to a deceased associate named Lindsay, announcing that flags will remain at half-mast until Saturday evening as a s

ign of respect.

Future Events: He mentions an upcoming Indy car race scheduled to take place around the U.S. Capitol in 41 days.

Presidential Perception: When asked about moments of divine intervention during his pr

esidency, Trump discusses the strength of the U.S. military, record-breaking recruitment numbers, and his view that the country is once again respected globally.

Summary of Key Data

Topic Key Action/Status

Utah Monu

ments Reduction of ~3 million acres of designated monument land.

Iran Military Status Naval, air, and missile capabilities reported as largely dismantled.

Iran Blockade Enforced blockade on entities doing business w

ith Iran.

Flags Half-mast for Lindsay until Saturday evening.

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJFuQyjw7uQ

BREAKING NEWS: Trump Takes Questions From Reporters As New Attacks On Iran Commence

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