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Trump makes cryptic 'calm before the storm' remark by Staff Writers Washington (AFP) Oct 6, 2017 President Donald Trump made a cryptic remark Thursday about the present time possibly representing the "calm before the storm," but declined to specify what specific crisis -- if any -- he was referring to. Trump made the remark during a photo opportunity at the White House as he and First Lady Melania prepared to have dinner with military leaders and their spouses, following a meeting with the officers. "You guys know what this represents? Maybe it's the calm before the storm," Trump said, according to CNN. Reporters asked what he meant and Trump said: "It could be, the calm, the calm before the storm." The reporters pressed again, asking whether he was referring to Iran or the Islamic State group, CNN reported. Trump replied: "We have the world's great military people in this room, I will tell you that. And uh, we're gonna have a great evening, thank you all for coming." Once again, Trump was asked what he meant. He said: "You'll find out." Reporters were then ushered out of the room.
Washington (AFP) Oct 2, 2017 Donald Trump welcomed Thai junta leader chief Prayut Chan-O-Cha to the White House on Monday, trying to turn the page after coups rocked one of America's oldest alliances. Describing Prayut's visit as a "great honor," Trump offered a symbolic show of unity with the man behind a 2014 takeover that resulted in Washington cutting aid and cooling relations. "We've had a long and very storied ... read more Related Links Learn about the Superpowers of the 21st Century at SpaceWar.com Learn about nuclear weapons doctrine and defense at SpaceWar.com
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