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Kimmel Mocks Iran Drone Threat to Oscars

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Jimmy Kimmel addressed FBI warnings about potential Iranian drone strikes on California during his late-night show. The comedian referenced heightened security around this Sunday's Academy Awards, joking that California "can't handle a drone strike" after barely surviving the writers' strike. His remarks came as Hollywood faces unprecedented security challenges for its biggest night.

The late-night host commented on broader geopolitical tensions, noting "we're now in day 12 of the war in Iran." Kimmel suggested President Trump might welcome an attack, saying "Trump wants you to bomb us. For him, that would be a win-win." His monologue reflected growing concerns about how international conflicts impact American businesses and entertainment events.

Kimmel criticized the administration's response to rising oil prices, mocking Trump's suggestion that America "runs on Dunkin'" as a solution to gas shortages. The comedian's jokes highlighted how geopolitical tensions are affecting energy markets, with California's entertainment industry particularly vulnerable to both security threats and economic fallout from the ongoing conflict.