Trump Announces “Major Combat Operations” in Iran as US-Israel Military Strikes Escalate

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States has begun “major combat operations” in Iran, signaling a sharp escalation between Washington and Tehran. In a social media statement, he said the strikes target Iranian missile systems, naval forces, and other key military sites, and warned that American casualties are possible.

Trump described the move as necessary to protect Americans and stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons, while urging Iranian forces to stand down or face severe consequences. The announcement comes after weeks of stalled nuclear talks and rising diplomatic tensions.