Trump confirms US has launched 'major combat' operations in Iran
President Trump has confirmed that the United States has launched 'major combat' operations in Iran, a sharp escalation after days of military build-up in the Gulf.
President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States has launched 'major combat' operations in Iran, marking a sharp escalation in the confrontation between Washington and Tehran.
The announcement follows days of American military build-up across the Gulf region. Earlier this week, Trump warned Tehran that time was running out to negotiate a deal on its nuclear programme, as a large naval force led by the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln moved toward Iran.
Iran had answered that it would respond immediately and powerfully to any aggression, while insisting its nuclear programme is entirely peaceful and that any deal must be free from coercion.
The confirmation puts the region on alert for what comes next, with Gulf allies and world capitals watching closely for Iran's response and for further details of the operations.
Reporting based on coverage from BBC News.