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News18
2 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Memes Go Viral As Netizens Mix Anxiety With Humour Over Trump's Possible Attack On Iran
Last Updated: Tensions rise as Trump hints at attacking Tehran, sparking World War III memes. Trump demands Iran's "unconditional surrender" amid escalating Israel-Iran airstrikes. As tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East with United States President Donald Trump hinting at possible attack on Tehran, social media is flooded with memes about the possibility of World War III. Most of the hilarious memes had United States President Trump at the focal point and the way he governs. A post on social media platform X that has gone viral, read, 'My first world war. Kinda nervous." While sharing pic of Trump, another user wrote, 'When you promise to end two wars and now there are three." fomo ka maara hai ye — SwatKat💃 (@swatic12) June 17, 2025 Another wrote jokingly that Trump has 'FOMO' (fear of missing out) when it comes to conflict. Reacting to the post, a user replied in Hindi, 'Bua jaisa beech mein aajata." Trump's Warning To Iran The latest wave of memes flooded the social media after Trump issued strong warnings to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, demanding 'unconditional surrender" from him. In a post, Trump wrote that the US knows exactly where the 'so-called" Supreme Leader was hiding. 'We are not going to take him out — at least not for now… Our patience is wearing thin," Trump further wrote. In another tweet, Trump asked for 'unconditional surrender" from Iran, claiming the US has 'complete and total control of the skies over Iran". According to reports, Trump's rhetoric follows an escalation of unrest in the Middle East with Israel and Iran exchanging air strikes. The reports claim that US is strengthening its military presence in the area. Reports mentioned that F-16, F-22, and F-35 fighter jets are now in the Middle East, along with Navy warships that can intercept missiles. Further, the US has about 40,000 troops stationed there in a show of strength and to possibly push back Tehran. Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates Notably, this time Israel launched its largest airstrike campaign on Iran in decades with Tehran responding with multiple missile attacks on Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities, resulting in huge damage and loss of lives. At least 25 civilians lost their lives in Israel due to violent engagement between Tehran and Tel Aviv for seventh straight day on Thursday as both the sides exchanged strikes. On Thursday, Israel also targetted an area near the heavy water facility of Iran's Khondab nuclear facility. In response, Tehran directly hit southern Israel's biggest hospital 'Soroka Medical Center' in a missile attack. With the recent development, uncertainty looms over the prospect of peace in the Middle East region amid conflict. First Published: June 20, 2025, 07:39 IST
Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Israel-Iran conflict: World War III memes go viral as Trump mulls intervention
As tensions rise between Israel and Iran, fears of a wider conflict are growing. Amid this, social media has been flooded with dark humor and memes about the possibility of World War III. Most of these focus on a possible US intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict. One viral tweet on X (formerly Twitter) read, 'My first world war. Kinda nervous.' A user shared a picture of Donald Trump with the caption, 'When you promise to end two wars and now there are three.' Another joked that Trump has 'FOMO' (fear of missing out) when it comes to conflict. The wave of online memes came after US President Donald Trump issued sharp warnings to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump, in a post, wrote that the US knows exactly where the 'so-called' Supreme Leader was hiding. 'We are not going to take him out — at least not for now… Our patience is wearing thin,' Trump wrote. In another all-caps tweet, Trump demanded 'unconditional surrender' from Iran and claimed that the US has 'complete and total control of the skies over Iran'. Also read: White House reveals when Donald Trump will decide on US response to Israel-Iran war Trump's rhetoric, according to the reports, followed a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East with Israel launching its largest airstrike campaign on Iran in decades. Iran responded with multiple missile attacks on Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities. The US military is increasing its presence in the area. Newsweek stated that F-16, F-22, and F-35 fighter jets are now in the Middle East, along with Navy warships that can intercept missiles. The US has about 40,000 troops stationed there. People are using humor and memes to deal with anxiety over the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, fearing it could trigger a global war. Donald Trump demanded 'unconditional surrender' from Iran and warned of US military capabilities in the region. The US President said he was aware where the Iranian leader was 'hiding' but added that Khamenei was 'safe' for now.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
World War III memes go viral as online humor meets global anxiety over Israel-Iran war
World War III memes are going viral online as people worry about the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. The tense situation in the Middle East has made many nervous about a possible bigger war. To deal with their fear, people are sharing jokes and memes about World War III on social media, says NDTV . Meanwhile, the US President Donald Trump has said he does not want a war with Iran but will stop them from getting nuclear weapons. He warned Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by saying, 'We know exactly where the so-called 'Supreme Leader' is hiding.' Many people on social media are anxious but using humor through memes to cope with the fear of World War III, as mentioned in the report by Ndtv. India's Operation Sindhu India is working to protect its citizens in Iran during this tense time. The Indian Embassy helped 110 Indian students leave northern Iran safely. They crossed into Armenia on June 17, 2025, to avoid the danger, as per reports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thinning Lashes? Older Women Swear by This Mascara Prime Prometics Learn More Undo The students left Yerevan on a special flight at 2:55 PM on June 18 as part of the first phase of Operation Sindhu . India has also asked its citizens in Iran to stay in contact with the Indian Embassy in Tehran. India's foreign ministry said it is thankful to the governments of Iran and Armenia for helping with the smooth evacuation. FAQs Q1. Why are World War III memes trending? People are posting memes online because they are scared about the Israel-Iran conflict. Live Events Q2. What is Operation Sindhu by India? Operation Sindhu is India's effort to safely bring back its citizens from Iran.
Business Insider
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Insider
Nigeria will hold a powerful card should World War III happen - Ben Murray-Bruce
With the hostilities across the globe, including the recent bout between Israel and Iran, it seems like the threat of World War III looms with each passing year, leaving the state of Africa's future in question. While some think Africa would be negatively affected, Ben Murray-Bruce projected that Nigeria, would be in an advantageous position. Global tensions are heightened by conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, and strategic actions by major world powers. Former Nigerian senator Ben Murray-Bruce predicts the inevitability of World War III due to nuclear proliferation and volatile leadership. He emphasizes Africa's non-involvement due to its peaceful diplomatic stance and lack of territorial ambition. Geopolitical fault lines are spreading as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine, and rising tensions among global giants such as the United States, Russia, China, and Iran. The prospect of these sparks igniting a worldwide conflagration, possibly World War III, is no longer the stuff of dystopian fiction. Adding weight to this concern is a bold statement by Ben Murray-Bruce, founder of Silverbird Group and former Nigerian senator, as reported by the Punch. In a recent interview with Global Affairs Expert Dane Waters, Murray-Bruce warned that another world war is 'inevitable,' citing the surge in nuclear armaments and the alarming presence of 'trigger-happy' leaders at the helm of powerful nations. 'We're in big trouble and as long as we have the kind of leaders we have in the world today, I see World War Three coming and it's going to be terrible,' he stated. The Middle East remains a major hotspot for conflict. The continuing battle in Gaza, Israeli-Iranian tensions, and the involvement of global forces on opposite sides of these wars all increase the risks. Add to that China's strategic military posture in the South China Sea and Russia's ongoing conflict against Ukraine, and the circumstances for a larger, deadlier conflict look ominously ripe. Murray-Bruce referenced historical events, stating, 'I think we are in trouble. I think there's too much violence in the world today. I think access to weapons is easy. I think we have a lot of trigger-happy leaders across the world, and because they are trigger-happy, they don't care. He added, 'We have a lot of despots and crazy people. So, war is inevitable. It goes back to like 1945, 1939, 1917. First world war, second world war, Korean war, Vietnam war. 'I think there are many crazy people in the world, and as long as we elect crazy people into leadership positions, this is what we're going to have because it's the leaders that cause the war, not the people.' Nigeria's Projection from Ben Murray-Bruce in the face of a third World War Despite this grim prognosis, Murray-Bruce has a rather optimistic view of Africa, particularly Nigeria. He argues that, while World War III might devastate most of the industrialized world, countries such as Nigeria may be spared the consequences. His explanation is twofold: Africa's overall lack of nuclear ambitions and its largely benign diplomatic posture. 'The beauty of World War III is that it's not going to affect Africa. Africa will be spared. You guys are going to fight all across the world, but we are going to be safe in Nigeria,' Murray-Bruce stated. 'Nobody is going to be fighting in Nigeria because we have no territorial ambitions, we have no desire to acquire nuclear weapons, we don't want to fight anybody, we're friends with all our West African neighbours,' he added. He also suggested that Nigeria might be able to accept displaced people from the West after a world war, but only under stringent visa requirements. 'So yeah, there's going to be a World War III, the rest of the world will be destroyed, and we'll be happy to welcome Americans, Israelis, and Iranians to Nigeria,' he said.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
MTG, Tucker Carlson urge Trump to stay out of Iran, exposing a MAGA rift
WASHINGTON — The prospect of potential U.S. military action in Iran is facing strong resistance from within the MAGA movement, with some of President Donald Trump's most ardent supporters urging him not join Israel in conducting air strikes. Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who sat near Trump in the VIP section at his military parade over the weekend, are among the MAGA stars pressing for the U.S. military to stay out of the fight, which they say is out of step with the movement's principles. Greene said in a June 16 social media post that "foreign wars/intervention/regime change put America last, kill innocent people, are making us broke, and will ultimately lead to our destruction." "That's not kooky. That's what millions of Americans voted for. It's what we believe is America First," she added. The comments were indicative of an emerging rift within Trump's base - the Republican's 2024 White House campaign promised to 'prevent World War III' - over how much military support the United States should offer Israel. Carlson last week called Trump "complicit in the act of war," prompting Trump on June 16 to offer a rare brushback. The former Fox News host accused Trump of being 'complicit in the act of war" in a newsletter he said could be his last before "all-out war" breaks out as the conflict between Israel and Iran potentially widens. Greene then said in a June 15 post on X that that MAGA Republicans are "sick and tired of foreign wars" of all types and want U.S. servicemembers focused on protecting America's borders, rather than fighting and dying in overseas conflicts that have cost the U.S. trillions of dollars. "Anyone slobbering for the U.S. to become fully involved in the Israel/Iran war is not America First/MAGA," she said. The United States has not helped Israel with its missile campaign, both countries say, other than help defend the nation from Iranian attacks. Israel-Iran latest: Trump denies reaching out to Iran for an Israel ceasefire as new blasts rock Tehran But the president's message to residents of Tehran that they should evacuate the city and warnings to Iran that they should come back to the nuclear negotiating table "before it's too late" led to widespread concern that the U.S. may be gearing up to enter the fight. Trump has also told Iran repeatedly that if it does not come to an agreement with the United States to end its nuclear enrichment program it risks a more aggressive and less diplomatic response. While fielding questions from reporters on the Middle East before his abrupt departure from an international summit, Trump hit back at Carlson over criticisms of his approach to the war. 'I don't know what Tucker Carlson is saying. Let him go get a television network and say it so that people listen," Trump said. Greene later came to Carlson's defense. Without mentioning Trump, she said Carlson "unapologetically believes the same things I do" about the need for America to prioritize its homeland. "That if we don't fight for our own country and our own people then we will no longer have a country for our children and our grandchildren," she said. " It's what we believe is America First." Trump has not engaged since. Instead, as the president focused on the conflict writ large, his vice president jumped in. Vance said Trump has been "amazingly consistent, over 10 years, that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon" and has encouraged his team to reach a deal with the Iranians. "Meanwhile, the president has shown remarkable restraint in keeping our military's focus on protecting our troops and protecting our citizens," Vance said. Vance said at the end of the long social media post, "He may decide he needs to take further action to end Iranian enrichment. That decision ultimately belongs to the president. And of course, people are right to be worried about foreign entanglement after the last 25 years of idiotic foreign policy." This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: MTG, Tucker Carlson urge Trump to stay out of Iran as MAGA rift grows
