On Tuesday, President Trump revealed that Iranian forces had fired 111 missiles at a U.S. aircraft carrier, boasting that American missile defense systems intercepted all of them before they could reach their target.
Trump commended the quick and precise response of U.S. military personnel, who operate under immense pressure during such hostile engagements.
He stated, “Out of 111 missiles going at 3,000 miles an hour, all 111 missiles were knocked down into the ocean long prior to arriving at the target.”
According to the president, sailors faced a critical countdown, having only seconds to act.
“They got like about 13 seconds to make a decision. They make a wrong calculation, you lose a LOT of men, and a lot of billion dollar ships,” he emphasized.
🚨 WOW! President Trump reveals Iran launched 111 MISSILES at one of our ships in a short period of time, and our military successfully intercepted ALL of them.
“Out of 111 missiles going at 3,000 miles an hour, all 111 missiles were knocked down into the ocean long prior to… pic.twitter.com/pyt8mAOiLh
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) May 11, 2026
While Trump did not disclose the specific timing or identify the aircraft carrier involved, his remarks come amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran linked to ongoing conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Reports suggest ongoing missile and drone assaults targeting U.S. naval forces in the Persian Gulf area. The president has repeatedly praised the Navy’s successful interceptions during these recent military operations.
His statements quickly gained traction on social media, with supporters underscoring the impressive capabilities of American missile defense systems, which effectively neutralized a significant threat without any casualties.
Military experts have indicated that such saturation missile attacks are designed to overwhelm even advanced defense frameworks. Trump’s comments indicate a successful defense by the U.S. Navy against a major threat, ensuring the safety of the carrier involved.
