Casualties: The President noted in his remarks that there were no casualties; governments of Iraq, Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, and Spain also reported no casualties among their soldiers in Iraq.

Iraqi Protests Against Iran: Iraqi protesters in Nasiriyah reportedly refused to allow supporters of Iran-aligned groups Badr Organization, Asaib Ahl al-Haq (AAH), Kataib Hezbollah (KH) to lead a funeral for Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis through al-Haboobi Square on January 7. Following this, pro-Iran militia groups reportedly opened fire on pro-reform protesters in al-Haboobi Square and burned their tents. In return, protesters reportedly torched Badr, AAH, and KH offices.

Number of Attacks by Iran/Iranian-Supported Militias on U.S. Forces: Before last night’s attack by Iran on the Iraqi facilities, there have been 14 attacks by Iran and Iranian-supported militias on U.S. forces since September 2019.

Highlights from President Trump’s remarks on January 8, 2020:

“As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.”

“No Americans were harmed in last night’s attack by the Iranian regime. We suffered no casualties, all of our soldiers are safe, and only minimal damage was sustained at our military bases…No American or Iraqi lives were lost.”

“Soleimani’s hands were drenched in both American and Iranian blood. He should have been terminated long ago. By removing Soleimani, we have sent a powerful message to terrorists: If you value your own life, you will not threaten the lives of our people.”

“The United States will immediately impose additional punishing economic sanctions on the Iranian regime. These powerful sanctions will remain until Iran changes its behavior.”

“Iran must abandon its nuclear ambitions and end its support for terrorism. The time has come for the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Russia, and China to recognize this reality. They must now break away from the remnants of the Iran deal – or JCPOA – and we must all work together toward making a deal with Iran that makes the world a safer and more peaceful place. We must also make a deal that allows Iran to thrive and prosper, and take advantage of its enormous untapped potential.”

“I am going to ask NATO to become much more involved in the Middle East process.”

“To the people and leaders of Iran: We want you to have a future and a great future — one that you deserve, one of prosperity at home, and harmony with the nations of the world. The United States is ready to embrace peace with all who seek it.”

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