Trump says US ‘blew Iran off map’ weeks ahead of schedule, slams ‘lightweight’ David Sanger

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump recently shared an update on the Iran conflict. In a post on his social media account, he said the United States has achieved its goals against Iran. He also praised the results of ongoing military actions in the region.

He stated that he is "weeks" ahead of schedule in the Iran war. He also slammed Iran’s leadership and said that the country’s air defense system has already been lost. He claimed Iran had been “blown off the map” and also criticized journalist David E Sanger, calling him a "lightweight analyst."

Trump also issued a strong warning to Iran, saying the US is ready to carry out more strikes if needed. The US-Israel war has now entered its fourth week, with the first missile strike taking place on February 28.

Trump claims Iran war success, slams media coverage

As the Iran conflict intensifies, Trump has doubled down on his stance, claiming major success in the ongoing military campaign. His remarks come as the war enters its fourth week, with tensions still high across the region.

Posting on Truth Social on Sunday, March 22, Trump strongly defended his strategy and pushed back against criticism from media analysts. He wrote, “The United States has blown Iran off of the map, and yet their lightweight analyst, David Sanger, says that I haven’t met my own goals.”

Trump’s targeting of Sanger came after the journalist questioned his claims about the war slowing down. In the New York Times, Sanger wrote that Trump’s “messaging is inconsistent” and said “many of his war goals remain unaccomplished.”

Continuing his statement, he added, “Yes, I have, and weeks ahead of schedule! Their leadership is gone, their navy and air force are dead, they have absolutely no defense, and they want to make a deal. I don’t! We are weeks ahead of schedule. Just like their incompetent Election coverage of me, The Failing New York Times always gets it wrong!”

Trump criticized Sanger and the New York Times, accusing them of inaccurate reporting. He said their coverage fails to capture what he described as swift progress in the conflict. The president added that such reports have “always” been wrong.

His comments highlight his continued criticism of mainstream coverage while reinforcing his claim that US operations against Iran are moving faster than expected and achieving their intended goals.

Trump issues 48-hour Strait of Hormuz warning

Apart from this post, Trump recently shared another message on Truth Social, where he issued a strong warning to Iran. He called on the country to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and signaled serious consequences if it fails to act.

Trump delivered a clear ultimatum, saying the US would strike Iran’s power infrastructure if the key waterway is not reopened within 48 hours. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for global oil supply, making the situation even more critical.

He wrote, “If Iran doesn’t FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!”

The statement reflects a sharp rise in tensions, with Trump using strong language to underline his position. Trump added, “Thank you for your attention to this matter,” signing the message “President DONALD J TRUMP.”