Trump thanks Iran for early warning about missile strikes on U.S. base

In a recent series of events, President Donald Trump confirmed that Iran provided early notice regarding missile strikes on the Al Udeid Air Base, which is located in Qatar. The strikes were a response to U.S. bombings on three Iranian nuclear facilities that occurred on June 22, 2025. The information relayed by Trump indicated that these strikes were planned and expected, ultimately resulting in no American or Qatari casualties, or significant damage to the base itself. Trump used his social media platform to express gratitude towards Iran for the early warning, which he stated enabled the U.S. military to minimize damage and avoid any loss of life. He also characterized the missile attack as a weak response to the prior U.S. airstrikes. Remarkably, most missiles fired at the Al Udeid base were intercepted, showcasing the effectiveness of U.S. defenses in the region, despite heightened tensions following the recent airstrikes. Moreover, Trump's post revealed broader implications, suggesting that diplomatic communications might have influenced Iran's military strategy. He commented that the advance notice from Iran mirrored past events, particularly a similar occurrence in 2020 when Iran warned Iraq of impending missile strikes as retaliation for the U.S. drone strike on Iranian military leader Qassem Soleimani. In both cases, this advance warning resulted in no casualties among U.S. personnel. In the immediate aftermath of these tensions, Trump announced a ceasefire agreement that he claimed was reached between Israel and Iran, indicating a shift towards decreased military hostilities in the region. He emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and harmony in relation to diplomatic negotiations around Iran’s nuclear program. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing deliberations about the potential for conflict or resolution in the Middle East, illustrating the ongoing complexity of U.S. relations with both Iran and Israel.