John Bolton calls for striking Iran in response to Jordan drone attack

U.S. officials are planning a series of strikes targeting Iranian personnel and facilities inside Iraq and Syria in response to a drone attack that killed three American service members in Jordan. Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton joins CBS News to examine the U.S. retaliation strategy, and calls for Nikki Haley to publicly announce she will stay in the race until the conventions.
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[@asphyxiafeeling]

This guy never met a war he didn't like

[@bfyrth]

Or participated in one

[@roberthenderson4466]

OLD MEN START WARS .....YOUNG ONES FIGHT THEM .........OLD SAYING

[@asphyxiafeeling]

@@AaronMitchell-rs3jp oh for sure, we’ve got to defend democracy by taking legal measures to ensure the incumbent’s biggest threat isn’t even on the ballot. We’re the biggest defenders of democracy out there! 🇺🇸

[@jimelliott5421]

He is correct on most of his analysis though, so whats it matter

[@raaspider]

he fight aliens

[@charlescharlemagne4907]

The fact that they still put this man on TV tells you everything you need to know about the media

[@GungaLaGunga]

all of Bolton's life work contributed to the current state of the world.

[@sinjersable]

We don't need people like him in politics. Unfortunately, we're stuck with them!

[@FlashBack-nk4ju]

We need someone who will not talk and just act. Enough is enough.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@cyrusparsa1724]

Why is it that every so called expert who wrongfully guaranteed the presence of WMD in Iraq and was totally wrong about almost every foreign policy decision made by US in the past 25 years, always gets invited on TV as an expert to advise the government what to do? These people are only interested in one thing: WAR! As long as your children fight it and they make money off of it.

[@kessler.bowman]

how could you let John Bolton speak to the public without mentioning how he advocated for Iraq and doesn’t regret it.

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@JoeDurbs]

I am ok with Bolton request as long as he is the first combat person on the ground in the front line

[@lephilosopheinconnu3952]

RIGHT

[@chrisschneiders6734]

Yep, looks like america just turned into pacifist country

[@amythomspon956]

What a stupid comment. you would have said the same thing in ww2 😂

[@danielpluess9779]

Never happen sir He is the first man in the Titanic dinghy

[@Fasto-uq3vd]

Evil people in power without conscience make this world very ugly.

[@rooster1012]

And John Bolton was one of them.

[@memukanofpersiaandmedia2668]

....and dangerous!

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@memukanofpersiaandmedia2668]

​@@humanityeliteschool9407 interesting....do you support Ukraine?

[@MikeDeacon76]

John Bolton never met a war he didn't like and thoroughly enjoys the sound of his own voice. Even his staff have described him as an azzhat. Not sure why this guy keeps getting press.

[@Deecups510]

it does boggle the mind that he is being kept relevant by US Media. He is the #1 war hawk in the US since forever. I guess it means that people at CBS have an interest in promoting all out war.

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@shahnulislam9897]

1000%

[@Ksins1]

))) The US Congress said that the US authorities are afraid of Putin's interview with Carlson. The American administration fears that a journalist from the United States, Tucker Carlson, will interview Russian President Vladimir Putin, member of the House of Representatives of the United States Congress Marjorie Taylor Green said on social networks. "Democrats and their propagandists in the media shudder at the thought that Tucker Carlson will interview Putin," the congresswoman said. In her opinion, the US authorities do not like it when someone goes against their will, but it is from Carlson that "Americans hear the truth." Carlson is known for his intransigent stance and criticism of the current US administration and the Kiev regime. Previously, he was a TV presenter for the American Fox News channel, from where he was removed in April 2023. The press service of the TV channel reported that this decision was made by mutual desire. Later, Carlson was offered a job on the TV channel "Solovyov Live". He was invited to become an expert or presenter on Russian television. Earlier it was reported that Tucker Carlson was spotted at the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow. As noted, Carlson flew to Russia for the first time and has been living here for three days.

[@arbentashko7005]

Iran is working against himself. Is "Revolutionary Guard" replacing Foreign Policy Institution?

[@henryzhao4622]

Did Iran sleep with his wife? What’s his obsession with war

[@messaytigistu435]

😂😂😂

[@robertstan2349]

refute his arguments or shut up

[@tonydenaro6600]

Really? When Reagan was president, the US aided Iraq in it's war against Iran...providing them with satellite information and guidance so that Saddam could use chemical weapons. Half a million Iranians died in that war. Remind me again, who are the terrorists?

[@davedave5400]

,😂😂😂 Madness

[@henryzhao4622]

@@robertstan2349 okay. Iran is only to be struck as a last resort. We’ve had three proxies attack American soldiers on a foreign base, with evidence that American error also contributed. We have yet to use a high scale strike in Syria until this morning. It’s absurd to immediately jump to striking inside a nuclear power risking an escalation. How’s that

[@andrewschuschu3499]

“It’s his obsession to never pull back.” Wait, like you, Bolton? Trump didn’t start any new wars … no wonder Bolton hates the guy 🤣

[@ua697]

Sure, Trump was loved by all bad guys

[@alexissvetrev]

He is not good at his pull out game

[@MD-mm1zv]

Trump isn’t an orthodox neocon. Yet, it was precisely his willingness to act swiftly with a range of non-war tools that made him dangerously unpredictable to enemies foreign AND domestic. They weren’t in charge, and it drove them batty…

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@moguns1971]

Warmonger

[@ua697]

Peace for our time

[@healinghumanity1782]

Do you notice that leaders tend to deal only with crisis & not what has brought about the crisis? Why don’t we give attention to understanding the underlying cause of conflict?

[@DerFuhrer76]

Well said, however at some point it may be the West vs East. You will then need to decide which side of history you are on, refer WWII

[@ElitePushcartRacer]

The underlying cause? The islamic Revolution of 1979, There. That is the answer. Iran used to be a very progressive (in terms of the ME) until Aytollah Khomeni took over in 1979, Since then, they've been a thorn in the world's side. Perpetually.

[@bobmegazinc4532]

i do agree with alot of this but Iran basically despise saudi.....usa and saudi close .Iran wants israel wiped off map they are not people you can deal with because they are ran by people who think it is ok ro stone women .Saudi do this to but the difference is Saudi are slowly changing ...slowly .You can not blame usa for iran in any way matey.

[@Mouse_007]

The underlying cause is fanatics and religion. My god can beat your god. It's been that way for thousands of years. Christian vs Muslim and Muslim vs the Jews Good luck solving that.

[@Dougie-ex1ov]

Too late for that thinking and honestly its a naive train of thought. How world geopolitics is more archaic then modern civilized societies. Its all about power and violence. And its best to direct that power from a position of strength. Why its paramount for the US to do whatever it takes to be on top at all costs. It would be utter chaos if the US didnt dominate the power structure. It would be a far more dangerous world.

[@ianmclaughlin8987]

Wow, I am surprised John made it to the interview, he should be exhausted from all the drooling and jumping up and down naked with a towel watching the strikes.

[@leb1969]

*Mr. Bolton is saying the truth as it is, and he is 100 percent right!* 👍🏼

[@mccallsensei3293]

He's.a war monger and narrow minded. Send him first to fight and I'm sure he'll have a different point of view.

[@RobFK]

Bolton can volunteer to respond by being part of an insertion team.

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@HeartDocAndrew]

"John Bolton calls for striking Iran in response to Jordan drone attack" so let's otherwise "Convince It Forward" with Laus DEO

[@sherkhan2367]

The US must listen to the J. Bolton. 🙏

[@ewartmouton]

Ok John but you go and live on the carrier while the attack on Iran happens 😂

[@GGR741]

I wonder how many shares he has in the manufacturers of the deadly weaponry required...

[@gazabeebles]

who cares? hes not wrong

[@moguns1971]

No , he always wants war, he wanted trump to attack all our "adversaries" at once ahead of conflicts.. ..warmonger.

[@samgonzalez-oz3td]

Mr Bolton is great men reel American

[@nervechews6781]

I totally agree with him and I have no financial interest. I agree because I know, from literally kindergarten, that weakness is provocative. Biden looks about like Jimmy Carter.

[@roberthenderson4466]

MANY THOUSANDS OF SHARES ! ! !

[@williamparrish2436]

I never thought I would agree with John Bolton haha. He's the only person making sense these days!

[@trainman9119]

John Bolton is out of his mind.

[@jimelliott5421]

It all leads to Iran.. Lets deal with the problem.

[@MikeDeacon76]

The only problem with this is Russia could argue all roads in Ukraine lead to the US. Fine, yet important, line between direct and indirect involvement.

[@Grandcathedral]

agreed , plenty of people in iran want the government gone also , we wouldn't even need boots on ground

[@moeynola6747]

He needs to just go away

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

Why ? only because he is wearing the enemy military flag tie? google Ribbon of Saint George pls.

[@DerFuhrer76]

“A sucker is born every minute….in the Biden administration” ….gold!

[@drumtwo4seven]

ARMCHAIR QUARTERBACK RUNNING HIS MOUTH

[@ua697]

Diaper Don is already shaking in his boots 😂

[@roberthenderson4466]

INTERCEPTION COMING ! ! !

[@jimelliott5421]

He is correct on most of his analysis though, so whats it matter

[@humphreyandolo5801]

All politicians make decisions from an armchair so what?

[@josealvarez9517]

I don’t agree or like everything Bolton has done or stand for but he’s not an idiot. He’s probably one of the most well read men on history out there.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

If he is not idiot could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@KalamKhan-cq3jq]

Instead of Russia, Boltan targeting Iran

[@hg.m1600]

✌ FINALLY CIVILISED WORLD HAS REALISED WHERE TO STOP CHAOS ND HATE ND TERROR OF OUR WORLD . what we (Iranian people)been tryin to make world understand for 20 years✌

[@misteranderson3104]

Hmmmmmm

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@mandysylvan5860]

Monster!!!!!! WTF are we doing there??? The hypocrisy is sickening.

[@richardsimms251]

I may not always agree with John Bolton but I ALWAYS listen to his opinions. He is a determined guy. RS

[@Cavecanem-sl4zq]

Guess viagra doesn’t work for mr Bolton anymore! 😂😂😂😂

[@danielpluess9779]

Please Mr Bolton be peaceful

[@AfghanKhabaryal]

This guy is sick! you should be advising your politicians to do anything to avoid wars. Show me one place in the world that you struck and its fixed or so called is a democratic country after your interference?

[@kevolin4521]

Peace through strength!

[@Robert_Douglass]

What good is strength if nobody thinks we'll use it? Flexing is good and all, but at some point you gotta throw a punch or a kick and make it connect.

[@CowneloAlvaroid]

🤡✋️

[@MinorityMandate]

What would the expected Iranian response be to an attack on their soil?

[@hk-416scars]

if properly planned and well co ordinated to include top leadership, munitions warehouses, critical infrastructure...there would be no response to avoid more loss

[@trickydicky90]

Every time this guy speaks I have an image of the guard in Cool Hang Luke "What we got here is failure to communicate, some man you just cant reach etc etc etc ......"

[@darius5909]

Iran will retaliate by hitting John Bolton's mustache.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

I dont think so, cause he is wearing Russian military flag tie. Russia is Iran's ally. google Ribbon of Saint George, pls.

[@michaelsanger7795]

Welp...he wanted to strike Iran many times before .

[@matthewciavirella3744]

Wow Bolton. I’m impressed with your honesty. Even about Trump. Respect.

[@niilespunkari8832]

So strange, I start to like this guy.

[@DigitallyNomad3949]

I used to like Trump a lot especially his domestic and immigration policy but after he lost the election, he had become a sore loser and the absolute bully by firing many of his subordinates just because they could not say what he wanted them to say. I was very disappointed and he is not consistent with his policy. He had deeply praised Xi Jin Ping until he did not get the trade deal he wanted then he praised Kim Jong Un, and Vladimir Putin. He wanted to alienate America from our friends and allies especially NATO. How could we possibly do that? We need them in times of war. We are like cousins, we need their votes if we need to impose economic sanctions or arm embargo and we need their enforcement on the land and in the sea. Trump will sell out Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Taiwan and EU in a blink of an eye if he gets a good deal from our foes. You can't trust this guy. He is only good at inciting nationalism from home to put him where he wants to be.

[@xmetax6329]

Yep. Makes good points

[@tjk3430]

But also eff him for his hand in Iraq/Afghanistan.

[@HauThanh]

Bolton the war clown

[@sulesuleimantaura1924]

The obsession of this guy to Iran is so overwhelming, why shouldn't he lead the army to invade to test the power of that country?

[@Magneticvortex-kk4gb]

Anything else you want to get off your chest, bot?

[@Chano601]

Lets ask msnbc ex employees and see what they say about Msnbc 😂

[@jonnyboy950]

The flavor savor on that guy 😂😂😂

[@jaybird7534]

Yes Bolton but make sure you give our enemies an adequate heads-up before attacking them so they can hideout and not get hurt, NOT.

[@cobaltpluto2019]

It really doesn’t matter. Iran has been on the highest alert level for days now.

[@johnnyllooddte3415]

YOURE LATE.. its already started

[@bryandale7125]

With near 200 attacks on the US and our interests, Iran has already declared war on the US, Israel, and our allies, therefore we must act accordingly.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@aldeen19]

Absolutely right Mr. Bolton.. what you have said is just a bulls-eye.. Right 100%.

[@TanoBrati]

Bolton and striking Iran, name me a better duo

[@Edmundo75]

In the words of Edmund Burke: “There is nothing more truly odious and disgusting” than the “impotent, helpless creature… calling for battles which he is not to fight…”

[@Youdidnthearme]

I love Bolton’s vocabulary lol 😂😂😂

[@adrianrenteriaramos340]

JHON send YOUR KIDS to the front líne 😂😂

[@bradsillasen1972]

Regardless of his self-proclaimed hawkishness, Bolton is a lucid intellect. Notice how he always answers questions directly and succinctly without blowing smoke. That is a rare quality.

[@PassivePortfolios]

He is honest and direct, which are dangerous qualities in politics. If these were mandated in politics, it would throw the whole system off, it would not work.

[@bradsillasen1972]

@@PassivePortfolios Interesting perspective. Could well be so, with the implication that the system is inherently dysfunctional.

[@rahanule]

God, I thought it was Michael Bolton !

[@maxmentone5373]

Diplomacy and not war.

[@thatguy5970]

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS EVERYONE IN THIS THREAD TALKING ABOUT.....JOHN BOLTON IS 100 PERCENT CORRECT......🤨

[@user-gj5bi3cl4l]

bolton the war hunger.

[@scotthuggett3378]

Well sed jhon

[@user-cn1gz5kn1f]

Bolton and Jean Carole , would be a match made in heaven

[@kalman5815]

John Bolton to the Ukrainian front 😂😂

[@yanbibiya]

Amazing eyes x

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@melm190]

Iranian opposition: Don’t be afraid to attack Iranian leadership in Iran

[@Mogamad_Rylands]

What a surprise...

[@skaz2140]

War Hawk should be Nikki running mate

[@redalert2834]

Well he would, wouldn't he? And Americans were bewildered as to why they were attacked on 9/11. And they didn't even notice when it happened again on 11/9. They now have less than a year left.

[@wespeakforthetrees]

OK John, you are hawk. I'm glad you aren't in charge of anything important!

[@saeiddavatolhagh9627]

Old McDonald needs to take a long break from politics.

[@innamakievsky2638]

We should!

[@olddirtyb4st3rd]

Bolton is right.

[@johnnasr8061]

You were in power for four years You didn’t do it Why ?

[@genard_hajdini_papafare]

Strong Experienced Advisor!!!! 😊😊😊❤❤❤😮😮😮.

[@jameskennedy8329]

Hey, let’s stick to military targets and not civilians. Those people have been through enough

[@infinightsky]

Evil Flanders

[@Mouse_007]

🤣

[@wildone8397]

Youkily dookily made me laugh 🤣

[@hiyou1831]

He's suffering from a complex

[@RotoTomDrums]

And that's why he's a pundit now

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@johnhumphries505]

"ready, fire, aim." Thank you Mr Bolton. NEXT!

[@justinshabtai]

You can't appease bullies-let alone jihadists. He is correct, and the world will have to deal with Iran's government sooner or later.

[@fouchin6604]

John Bolton said that, that mean Trump done better than Biden right?

[@Michael-it6gb]

Please. Can somebody here in the comments that are supporting this mental case.

[@YoonHangKimMD]

Logical

[@charlestangle3151]

I do think that he is 100% right this time!

[@gushund]

Mr Bolton... you are absolutely correct... I admire your expertise and your opinion The current administration is weak and scared ... of confronting Iran Well said . Thank you

[@chrisrecord5625]

There is significant difficulty getting GOP support for Ukraine and Israel. The current administration is well aware of the growing isolationist movement led by Trump and others making us weak on the international front.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

"I admire your expertise and your opinion " --could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@chrisrecord5625]

Yes, those colors on a tie can only mean one thing to the QAnon afflicted. Princeton is well known for its Russian military "ties" @@humanityeliteschool9407

[@johndo6175]

WEAK Leadership = WEAK response

[@BasemGalaxy]

Great man

[@billkrause4585]

I agree with John Bolton.

[@safe7392]

A dangerous man...

[@mz7460]

Im from iran and i agree with bolton

[@Robert_Douglass]

I don't like how we just announced our strategy. It had better be a ruse ...

[@alicate1929]

The United States should send John Bolton to iran to negotiate peaceful outcome in the Middle East.

[@viveviveka2651]

7:19 interesting shot, interesting background effects

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@viveviveka2651]

​Something happened. Maybe they edited the video slightly or something, because it worked when I first tested it. Whatever it was, I changed it from 7:17 to 7:19. Hopefully that will work.​@@humanityeliteschool9407 What do you think, if I may ask. I like that shot in multiple ways (just before she looks down). The pillars, the reflections on the table, etc. - really striking. I could see doing a painting based on that moment.

[@chrisschneiders6734]

Hmm, not somebody that should be listened too..bolton has plenty of blood on his hands while sitting in big chairs..

[@seyeddavoodchavoshi-nasab235]

Well done

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@peterchidiac2723]

Couldn't make it through the whole interview. Bolton should crawl back under his rock.

[@commentedrelationship]

John "I Love War No Matter What" Bolton

[@timchua7575]

👍👍John Bolton

[@oorzuis1419]

Bolton forgets how many fronts this is playing there is a communication line between Russia and Iran as wide as his mustache. they are getting giddy hearing him speak.

[@sux2bu883]

Yep President Vladimir Putin of Russia is buds with President Bashar al-Assad of Syria and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei of Iran . I think if Russia didn't have their hands full with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukrane he would jump in with some help . You can't count on China and Xi to stay out of what seems to be some major turmoil brewing .

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

could u please clarify since when US diplomats openly support Russian military: google Ribbon of Saint George and compare to the color of his tie.

[@oorzuis1419]

@@humanityeliteschool9407 I did not clarify but I can, not in Bolton's case, the man is solid. but the GOP got their protegee would be king he silences all erroneous minds that will not follow his lead, loving Putin, and leaving NATO. and what is more, he is constant in this narrative.

[@jobprojobpro3238]

Bolton likes 2 send messages. He is the messenger.

[@TheJustinbouts]

John bolton calling for strikes is like saying watter is wet

[@alexissvetrev]

And the jouler is a joule

[@kevincrowley6991]

Top man John understood the Iranians for many years, you must be thinking what did I tell you! A true patriot

[@seanalexander5513]

Sad to say he is correct on many points.

[@humanityeliteschool9407]

google Ribbon of Saint George pls. Is there any other country on Earth where society is dumb enough to let top diplomat wear enemy military flag on national television?

[@sengthao6968]

Better run.. God bless America, especially our service mens and womens!! ❤

[@henrikgrigor384]

What is wrong with REGIME CHANGE Sir ?

[@AKHANDBHARATHFOUNDATION]

People may dislike for his comments striking inside Iran. But the real intentions of Mullahs in Teheran & their proxies is different. 😮😊