"Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime. He threatened 'certain death' to those who resist and urged the Iranian people to back him. Mr Trump claimed Iran are developing long range missiles that are a danger to the US and others."
"Israeli defence minister Israel Katz said the attack aimed 'to remove threats'. The first apparent strike happened near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and Iranian media reported strikes nationwide. Targets in the Israeli campaign included Iran's military, symbols of government and intelligence targets, according to an official."
"Mr Trump had wanted a deal to constrain Iran's nuclear programme, and sees an opportunity while the country is struggling at home with growing dissent following nationwide protests. Tehran had hoped to avert a war, but maintains it has the right to enrich uranium and does not want to discuss other issues, like its long-range missile programme or support for armed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah."
Israel conducted a daylight military strike on Iran's capital, with explosions reported near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's offices and across Tehran. President Trump announced he ordered the attack, claiming Iran develops long-range missiles threatening the US and others. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated the attack aimed to remove threats. Trump threatened severe consequences for resistance and urged Iranian people to support him. The strikes targeted Iran's military, government symbols, and intelligence facilities. Iraq closed its airspace following the operation. The attack follows US military buildup in the region, with Trump seeking to pressure Iran into a nuclear deal while the country faces internal dissent.
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