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Trump justifies Iran deal as a way to prevent 'economic catastrophe'
President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran if it does not comply with a memorandum of understanding (MOU), citing concerns about an 'economic catastrophe' that could harm his presidency. He referenced former president Herbert Hoover and noted stock market reactions to his statements on continuing or ending the conflict, with senior officials including Marco Rubio, Howard Lutnick, and Scott Bessent present.
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