Trump says decoy plane faced greater risk in secret flight change

Air Force One continued its flight with a contingent of journalists and senior White House aides aboard despite intelligence indicating a potential Iranian strike in the region. The aircraft, which was en route to a diplomatic summit in the Middle East, maintained its standard security protocols while U.S. defense officials monitored heightened activity from Iranian air defenses that had been activated earlier in the day.

U.S. officials confirmed that the plane’s flight path was adjusted to avoid the identified threat zone and that additional escort fighters were deployed to ensure the safety of all occupants. The presence of media personnel and top aides underscores the administration’s commitment to transparency and coordination during the diplomatic mission. Authorities said the situation remains under close observation, and no further incidents have been reported.