Trump vows to 'end conflicts, not start them' in address to U.S. troops
President Trump addressed U.S. troops stationed at Al Udeid Air Base outside Doha, Qatar, which is home to the headquarters of the U.S.'s Central Command. During his remarks, Trump said he aims to 'end conflicts, not start them,' but added that he 'won't hesitate to wield American power' to defeat its enemies.
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