US President Donald Trump has defended Operation Epic Fury against Iran, claiming Iran was planning to attack first, contradicting Secretary of State Marco Rubio who stated Israel was preparing the initial strike. Trump revealed most US-preferred candidates for Iran's new leadership may have been killed in strikes on government buildings, while Iran retaliated by striking the US consulate in Dubai. The US Navy will escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary, a route carrying one-fifth of global oil supplies.

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