Climate activist Greta Thunberg slams Trump’s threats against Iran

Al Jazeera
April 8, 2026
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg criticized President Trump's threats against Iran.

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg slammed President Trump's threats against Iran. This criticism from Thunberg, a prominent international figure, adds a notable voice to the ongoing discussion surrounding potential military action. The issue is particularly resonant with young people in the United States, who polls indicate are more skeptical of foreign intervention and war with Iran. Thunberg's comments align with this sentiment among a demographic that often supports her climate activism.

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