Trump Praises Takaichi, Keeps Iran War Plans Secret

0:00On March 19th, President Donald Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Senai Takaiichi in the Oval Office this week. He explained that he kept Iran war-planned secret from allies to ensure surprise on the battlefield. Takaiichi praised Trump highly during their talk, calling him the leader who could bring world peace amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The two are close political allies, with Trump endorsing her bid for Prime Minister next year as the successor to his friend Shinzo Abe. Takaiichi appeared uncomfortable as Trump spoke, cursing her lips while he referenced the need for surprise, much like Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. On December 7th, 1941, that drew the United States into World War II. Trump highlighted Japan's willingness to help patrol the Strait of Hormuz, unlike NATO partners who have held back. His close ally Senator Lindsey Graham noted Trump was angrier than ever about the lack of support from those nations. While Trump insists the United States needs little outside help, he expects allies to contribute more as the situation in the region continues to unfold.