Donald Trump has offered a new justification for U.S. strikes against Iran, claiming targeted facilities were involved in drug production in addition to nuclear activities. Speaking at a rally in Oklahoma, the U.S. President asserted that the sites hit during “Operation Midnight Hammer” were “drug factories,” though he provided no evidence to support this claim. This statement arrives as Trump threatens Tehran with further “very hard” strikes should Iranian involvement be confirmed in an attempted hijacking of a flight heading to Israel. The Independent reported on the escalating rhetoric and new allegations. Trump’s justification expands beyond previous concerns about Iran’s nuclear program, adding a new dimension to the conflict. The claims regarding drug production have not been independently verified. The situation remains tense, with the potential for further escalation.