“Just deal with it,” Dana White weighed in on war with Iran, and his take offered zero sugarcoating

The war situation with Iran was already complicated, but it seems like the tensions have escalated, especially after Khamenei’s death. As a result, several notable sports and media personalities are sharing their opinions about it almost on a daily basis. Out of them, the UFC president Dana White has also weighed in with comments that are more of a reality check.

Being the president and the CEO of world’s leading mixed martial arts promotion, Dana often makes it to the headlines due to his straightforward comments on boxing and non-boxing topics. This time on the war situation, he seems to make it clear to the audience that in the current conflicts, we can’t have a full say, as the country will continue with its necessary plans.

His exact words while speaking on the matter were, “The U.S. is doing what the U.S. is gonna do. Regular citizens like us, you can feel however you want to feel about it but it’s gonna happen. Just deal with it.” With these put out, Dana has seemingly given a bold reality check to those sharing their opinions on the ongoing tensions, that, at the end of the day, everything depends on the higher authorities on what to do.

Dana White is trying very hard to sound like a patriot

White’s no-sugarcoat approach could suggest patriotism, but at the same time, his words also don’t seem to suggest that he finds public opinions irrelevant. Whether Iran or America, when any country is at war, a lot is happening in the background that citizens often find odd. By saying ‘just deal with it,’ his remark may imply that while people should voice their opinions, there’s no assurance their input will sway decisions amid such intricate circumstances.

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Dana White was asked about his thoughts on the current war in Iran:

“The U.S. is doing what the U.S. is gonna do. Regular citizens like us, you can feel however you want to feel about it but it’s gonna happen. Just deal with it.”

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​Despite his take on the war, all eyes are on his preparations for a historic UFC event at the White House. This is going to be one of the most noteworthy fight cards ever assembled, as it will showcase 4-5 title bouts with potential stars like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones. It is set for June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, and also Donald Trump’s birthday, all fully funded by the UFC without taxpayer expense.

Following his opinion on the current war situation, the upcoming event will be one of his notable achievements and also hints at Dana’s patriotism.

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