Overview
- President Donald Trump said the campaign seeks to eliminate imminent threats from Iran, describing efforts to degrade its missile and naval capabilities.
- Explosions and thick smoke were reported in Tehran, including near a district that houses the presidential palace and the National Security Council.
- Local and regional outlets reported that Major General Amir Hatami was targeted or killed, but Iranian authorities and Israel have not confirmed this.
- Israel’s defense minister called the action a pre‑emptive strike intended to remove threats to the country.
- Reports noted activity over Syria and Lebanon, and Iranian officials warned that the country’s response "will be crushing."