The United States and Israel carry out a joint attack on Iran, as Tehran responds with retaliatory strikes on neighboring countries.
President Donald Trump described the situation as ongoing “major combat operations” and called on Iranian government forces to lay down their arms.
Shortly after 09:30 local time in Tehran (06:00 GMT), Iranian media reported multiple explosions in the capital. Explosions were also reportedly heard in several other cities across the country, including Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah. The extent of casualties or injuries remains unclear.
In response, Iran launched retaliatory strikes against Israel. Blasts were also reportedly heard in multiple neighbouring countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iraq, and Jordan, raising concerns that the confrontation could widen into a broader regional conflict.
