United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States initiated "major combat operations" in Iran. This announcement followed a statement from Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, who reported that Israel had launched a "pre-emptive" attack on the country.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the launch of significant military actions by the United States in Iran, described as "major combat operations."
Confirmation of Operations
On [Date of President Trump's statement - not provided in sources, so will omit], US President Donald Trump confirmed the launch of significant military actions by the United States in Iran. The nature and scope of these operations were described as "major combat operations."
Preceding Israeli Action
This confirmation from the United States came after Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel had initiated an attack on Iran. Katz characterized this action as "pre-emptive."
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel had initiated an attack on Iran, characterizing it as "pre-emptive."
Regional Context
Reports indicate that military action in the region had been anticipated for several weeks leading up to these developments.