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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: A U.S. government document states the Iran war was entered at Israel’s request.
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: A State Department legal opinion used the phrase “at the request of” Israel, though other documents used different wording such as “in cooperation with Israel.”
Date: 05/03/2026
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Last Updated on May 3, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check