The U.S. and Israel carried out coordinated military strikes on targets in Iran early Saturday, with explosions reported in Tehran and other locations. Air defense systems were activated in parts of Iran, and Israeli authorities reported incoming projectiles following the initial wave of strikes.
Israel described the operation as a pre-emptive action targeting security threats, according to Reuters. Iranian state media acknowledged multiple explosions in and around Tehran. Iranian officials said the country would respond and warned of consequences for U.S. and Israeli forces in the region.
President Donald Trump confirmed U.S. involvement in posts on Truth Social, stating that American forces had begun "major combat operations" in Iran. Reporting from The Washington Post said Trump characterized the objective as eliminating what he described as imminent threats tied to Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
Trump's posts are available on his Truth Social account:
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump
The Guardian reported that Iranian authorities shut portions of the country's airspace and placed military forces on heightened alert. Senior Iranian officials said retaliation was under consideration. Israeli emergency services activated warning systems in several areas amid reports of incoming fire.
There was no immediate independent confirmation of casualty figures or the full extent of damage at targeted sites. Regional governments were reported to be monitoring developments, with some neighboring states assessing potential airspace restrictions and security measures.
The strikes mark a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and the U.S.–Israel alliance. Further statements from officials in Washington, Jerusalem and Tehran are expected as the situation develops.
