Trump Confirms U.S. Launches Major Combat Operation in Iran

President Donald Trump announced Saturday that the United States has initiated a large-scale military operation against Iran, describing it as a necessary action to protect American lives and eliminate threats from the Iranian regime, including its nuclear ambitions.

In a statement shared via Truth Social and accompanied by video remarks, Trump declared: “We have started an extensive military operation in Iran. Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime. We’re going to annihilate their navy.”

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions following inconclusive nuclear negotiations mediated through Oman and indirect talks in Geneva. U.S. officials had previously warned of military consequences if Iran failed to agree to demands for dismantling key nuclear facilities, shipping out enriched uranium, and committing to a permanent deal with no enrichment beyond minimal levels for civilian purposes.

Reports indicate the operation involves joint U.S.-Israeli strikes, with explosions heard in Tehran and other locations. A U.S. official confirmed American participation in ongoing attacks, coordinated with Israel, though the full scope, including targets, scale, and duration, remains unclear. Some accounts suggest strikes on nuclear-related sites, military infrastructure, and possibly naval assets.

The U.S. has deployed one of the largest military buildups in the Middle East in decades, including multiple aircraft carrier strike groups, warships, and additional air assets. Trump has repeatedly urged Iran to negotiate a “fair and equitable deal, no nuclear weapons,” warning that time was running out.

The White House has not released an official Pentagon briefing as of this report, and details on casualties, damage assessments, or the operation’s phase remain limited. The move has drawn immediate international attention, with concerns over potential reprisals, oil market disruptions, and risks of a wider regional war.