Trump announces: U.S. launches major military operation against Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that a large-scale military operation has been launched against Iran. Explosions were reported in Tehran, with Iranian state television confirming the blast.
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that American forces have begun a military operation targeting Iran. His statement came shortly after reports of explosions in Tehran, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions between the two countries.
Trump’s first statement
Trump said, “The U.S. military has launched a military operation against Iran. The Iranian regime posed a threat. For 47 years the Iranian regime has chanted ‘Death to Americans.’ We have responded.”
He described the action as a major operation aimed at countering what he called a direct threat from Tehran.
Explosion reported in Tehran
According to a report by The New York Times citing American and Israeli officials speaking on condition of anonymity, Trump launched strikes on Iran on Saturday.
Iranian state television acknowledged that an explosion occurred in Tehran, reportedly near offices linked to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Tensions rise
The move comes despite Trump often referring to himself as the “Peace President.” The latest development has further heightened tensions in the region, with attention now turning to whether Iran will respond.
