Trump says Iran war launched “out of habit”

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has said that the war on Iran was carried out “out of habit,” according to a video that has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention to his remarks about the conflict.

The footage, shared by The Cradle, shows Trump openly discussing the decision to go to war, describing it as something done “out of habit.” He also refers to Israel while explaining the circumstances surrounding the move, linking the decision to broader regional dynamics.

In the video, Trump goes on to admit that engaging in war in such a manner “is not a good thing to do,” a statement that has intensified reactions online and sparked renewed criticism over the rationale behind the military campaign.

The remarks come as the US continues its military involvement involving Iran, a conflict that has remained at the center of global attention. Trump’s comments have added fuel to an already heated debate over the justification, planning, and consequences of the war.

The clip has been widely shared across platforms, quickly gaining traction and prompting strong responses from political commentators, analysts, and the public. Many have pointed to the phrase “out of habit” as a striking characterization of a decision with far-reaching geopolitical and humanitarian consequences.

The statement is now being seen as one of the most blunt acknowledgments of how the war was initiated, further intensifying scrutiny over US foreign policy and decision-making at the highest level.