WASHINGTON, D.C. February 28, 2026 – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has publicly commended President Donald J. Trump for his leadership in a landmark U.S.-Israeli military operation against Iran, describing it as a necessary response after failed negotiations with the regime.
In a video statement shared by the White House Rapid Response account (@RapidResponse47), Sen. Ernst stated:
“God bless President Donald J. Trump for this decisive action… he brought them to the table. They are the ones that refused to negotiate in good faith, and they knew what the outcome of their decision would be.”
The remarks come just hours after the launch of Operation Epic Fury — a coordinated U.S.-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, missile production sites, naval assets, and leadership compounds. President Trump announced that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes, along with other senior regime figures.
President Trump in a recent address on Iran policy
According to administration officials and multiple reports, the strikes followed months of diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration to halt Iran’s nuclear program and its support for terrorist proxies across the Middle East. When Tehran refused to engage seriously, the U.S. and Israel proceeded with precision operations aimed at neutralizing the threat.
Sen. Ernst, a combat veteran and senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has consistently advocated for a strong “peace through strength” approach toward the regime that has long chanted “Death to America” and suppressed its own population — particularly women and girls living under strict theocratic rule.
The operation has sparked widespread celebration among Iranian expatriates and pro-freedom voices worldwide, with many predicting a potential new chapter of liberty for the Iranian people following the reported death of the 36-year ruler.
President Trump has vowed to continue necessary actions to secure the region, stating the mission protects American interests, allies like Israel, and prevents a nuclear-armed Iran.
Life News Agency will continue monitoring developments in the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East, including any retaliatory actions and the path toward lasting peace and human rights advancements.
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