Overview
- President Trump announced a coordinated U.S.–Israel operation aimed at degrading Iran’s military infrastructure and ballistic‑missile capabilities.
- A U.S. official said American forces are striking military and missile targets posing an imminent threat and are not targeting Iran’s leadership, while Israel is.
- Explosions were reported in Tehran, with multiple outlets citing strikes near or on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s compound, though independent confirmation is still underway.
- Reactions cut across party lines, as Democratic Sen. John Fetterman praised Trump’s decision and Republicans including Sen. Lindsey Graham hailed the campaign.
- Critics such as Rep. Thomas Massie and Sen. Tim Kaine argue the action lacks congressional authorization and seek a War Powers vote, as Gang of Eight briefings were reported and early reports of civilian casualties remain unverified.