The United States and Israel have conducted a series of strikes on targets in Tehran, initiating a full-scale armed conflict. President Donald Trump announced that the military operation will last at least five weeks, which he described as the 'last chance' to stop the Iranian nuclear threat. While the operation initially relied on airstrikes and drones, the Pentagon now does not rule out sending ground troops, which has drawn opposition from the international community and the UN.

Attack on Tehran

US and Israeli forces conducted massive airstrikes on the Iranian capital, destroying military and strategic targets.

Announcement of a Long War

Donald Trump announced that the offensive will last at least five weeks and did not rule out the involvement of ground troops.

Nuclear Threat

The UN warns of the risk of radioactive leaks if Iranian reactors are damaged during the bombardment.

China's Reaction

Beijing officially assured Tehran of its support in defending sovereignty against US aggression.

The situation in the Middle East has deteriorated sharply after US and Israeli air forces struck key infrastructure facilities in Tehran. President Donald Trump, justifying his decision by the need to eliminate the nuclear threat, stated that confrontation with Iran was inevitable. In his speeches, he sharply criticized the policies of his predecessors, including Barack Obama, calling previous agreements dangerous for global security. The US administration announces that the upcoming 'big wave' of attacks will ultimately paralyze Iranian defense capabilities. International community concerns focus on the risk of environmental contamination and violations of international law. The United Nations has issued a warning about possible radioactive leaks in case of hits on nuclear facilities. Meanwhile, security experts point to the unprecedented use of modern technologies, including the LUCAS drone – an American copy of the Iranian Shahed-136 unmanned aerial vehicle. China has already declared support for Iran's sovereignty, putting the powers on a collision course. Trump, however, remains unyielding, declaring: 'I don't care about polls' and allowing for the possibility of sending soldiers into enemy territory, which completely changes the nature of the previous 'surgical strikes' strategy. US-Iranian relations have remained tense since the Islamic Revolution in 1979 and the subsequent hostage crisis at the US embassy. For decades, Washington has pursued a policy of sanctions and isolation, seeking to limit Tehran's influence in the region. The internal situation in Iran is extremely tense. Prominent figures, such as Narges Bazarjani, warn that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard is preparing to brutally suppress any potential public protests. There is a real risk that the conflict could turn into a massive humanitarian catastrophe if fighting moves to densely populated urban centers. The Pentagon is already sending additional reinforcements to the Middle East, preparing for a prolonged campaign that, according to US president's predictions, could last many months. „It was the last opportunity against an intolerable threat. We will continue the attacks as long as necessary.” — Donald Trump

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — US President, main decision-maker regarding the attack on Iran.
  • Narges Bazarjani — Iranian activist living in Spain, warning about the consequences of war.
  • Barack Obama — Former US President, criticized by Trump for the nuclear deal with Iran.