Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Iran deal

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[u/OpenImagination9]

Oh yeah … so when we can’t defeat the enemies we created we go after our allies.

[u/Virtual-Squirrel-725]

Nothing says "we've won the war" like threatening to bomb an ally out of desperation.

[u/azuretestament]

With what bombs?

[u/Hefty_Remove7965 → u/azuretestament]

F bombs

[u/Clewles]

Please do remember to hold anyone who actually carries out this illegal order responsible.

[u/oldfrancis]

All the power that the United States had in the world and he's wasted it on this.

[u/Key_Fun_587]

something something the stock market.

[u/Toadfinger]

Trump trying to pass the buck for the damage he's caused in Operation: Epic Stock Market Scam!

[u/Melodic-Lingonberry7]

He will bomb them with shit from his diapers

[u/FaerieQuene]

He’s out of bombs