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Trump downplays Iran war as small potatoes for the US
In the United States, President Donald Trump recently referred to the ongoing conflict in Iran as "small potatoes." His comments were made during a press conference where he defended Vice President JD Vance's assertion that the situation should not be labeled a war. Trump noted that the conflict has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths and significant costs but emphasized that it is not a major issue for the country, especially ahead of the midterm elections.

Updated Sep 5, 2026 First published Sep 4, 2026