In a jarring return to social media grandstanding, former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social Friday to boast about a deadly U.S. airstrike in Yemen—celebrating it with a flippant “Oops” and offering no concrete evidence behind the claims.
Trump shared grainy, black-and-white drone footage depicting an aerial assault, supposedly on Houthi militants. Alongside it, he wrote:
“These Houthis gathered for instructions on an attack. Oops, there will be no attack by these Houthis! They will never sink our ships again!”
But the former president didn’t bother to mention where or when the footage was taken—or whether it was even legitimate.
The post coincided with an announcement from the Yemeni government, which confirmed a U.S. strike earlier this week had killed 70 Houthi fighters, including senior commanders. The timing suggests a connection, but it remains unclear if the video Trump posted actually depicts the April 2 strike. No official source has verified the footage, and the White House has yet to comment on Trump’s post.
Critics Say Trump’s Behavior Is Reckless and Disturbing
National security experts were quick to raise concerns.
“Posting unverified military footage with celebratory commentary isn’t just irresponsible—it’s dangerous,” said Lt. Col. Mark Hertling (Ret.), a national security analyst and vocal Trump critic. “He’s not the Commander-in-Chief anymore. This isn’t his war to boast about.”
Progressive lawmakers also condemned the move. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) blasted Trump’s “callous disregard for human life,” calling the post “yet another example of Trump treating real-world conflict like a TV show.”
History of Inflaming Global Conflict
This isn’t Trump’s first time using social media to casually discuss military operations. In 2020, he tweeted an American flag image after ordering the assassination of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani—without prior consultation with Congress.
Now, out of office but still seeking attention, Trump’s latest post seems designed to stoke nationalist fervor among his base while sidestepping any serious conversation about America’s role in the Middle East.
Escalating Conflict, Little Accountability
Since January, the U.S. has conducted a series of airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, reportedly in response to attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea. The Pentagon claims these operations are meant to protect international trade routes, but human rights advocates warn of growing civilian casualties and regional instability.
Meanwhile, Trump’s response? A smirking “Oops.”
Final Thought
As tensions rise abroad, Trump is once again using war footage as political theater. The former president’s message is clear: he still views foreign policy as a reality show—and he wants to stay the star.
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He\’s NOT the Former President, you dip sh-t. He is our countries current President and Chief Executive. Actively involved in our well being. Not the \”empty suit\” we had before him!!!
thank you!