Stephen Colbert Jokes About Trump’s Claims on Iran War Objectives

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0200

On April 9, 2026, Stephen Colbert addressed the recent U.S.-Iran conflict on 'The Late Show,' commenting on former President Donald Trump's statements about the war. Trump claimed on Truth Social that the United States had met and exceeded all military objectives following a two-week ceasefire, though the situation remains fragile. Colbert highlighted that Trump’s most notable objective may have been political rather than military. The host referenced Trump's insistence on 'unconditional surrender' from Iran, joking that Iran effectively secured many of its pre-war goals, including control over the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of U.S. sanctions, and continuation of its nuclear program. Colbert quipped that the outcome could be seen as a 'win-win' for Iran, humorously framing the conflict’s resolution in terms of political optics rather than battlefield achievements. The segment underscores Colbert's satirical approach to contemporary political news, blending commentary on international di