Rogan blasts Trump’s Iran strategy after extending ceasefire: ‘Doesn’t make sense’
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Podcaster Joe Rogan criticized President Trump's Iran strategy, specifically the decision to extend a ceasefire.
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Podcaster Joe Rogan criticized President Trump’s Iran strategy, stating it “doesn’t make sense” during his podcast discussion on the Middle East. Rogan’s comments came days after he appeared alongside President Trump for an executive order signing at the White House. This marks a renewal of Rogan's criticism regarding the conflict, despite his recent public appearance with the President. The specific point of contention was President Trump's decision to extend a ceasefire with Iran.
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