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Trump vows to 'hit hard' after 'surprise' attack on U.S. forces in Jordan

President Donald Trump said Wednesday the U.S. will strike Iran after a “surprise” attack targeted American forces in Jordan Tuesday evening.

Published Jul 29, 2026, 4:44 PM EDT | WFMZZ

President Donald Trump told reporters Wednesday that the United States will strike Iran in response to a “surprise” attack on U.S. forces in Jordan that occurred Tuesday evening. Trump framed the planned response as a decisive action against those responsible for the assault on American troops.