Smoke rose over Tehran at dawn as the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian targets, dramatically escalating tensions in a volatile region. In a live BBC update, US President Donald Trump confirmed that 'major combat operations' were under way. Meaning, sustained US military action against Iran's missile systems and nuclear‑related infrastructure is currently underway.
In an address to the people of Iran, Trump appealed directly to citizens, urging them to 'take over your government.' He also called the strikes both a defensive measure and a historic opportunity for change. But Tehran is not backing down. Within hours, Iran had fired missiles toward Israel and US bases as retaliation.
