LIVE: Ongoing 'massive combat operations' by the U.S. in Iran

In a video statement, Trump said the campaign aims to eliminate what he called imminent threats from the Iranian regime, including its missile program and military infrastructure.

The strikes are being carried out in coordination with Israel, which launched what it called a pre-emptive attack on Iranian targets. Explosions have been reported in Tehran and other cities, as air and missile strikes target military facilities and strategic infrastructure tied to Iran’s missile and nuclear programs.

Trump said the objective of the operation is to destroy Iran’s missile capabilities, weaken its navy, and ensure the country cannot obtain a nuclear weapon, while warning that the campaign could involve casualties and further escalation. Iranian officials have vowed retaliation.Get updates as they happen here:

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Saudi Arabia has condemned the "treachorous aggression" of Iran on its neighbours Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE and Jordan. In a statement on X, Saudi says it stands by the side of the affected countries and will support them in all measures. 

Iran has released a statement calling on the international community to speak against what it calls "illegal aggression" by the US and Israel. It pointed out to the negotiation efforts of the Iranian regime and assured its citizens that the state will defend the country with "all its might". 

The UAE has condemned attacks on facilities in its country which it claims has killed one person. In a statement released by the Ministry of Defense,  the UAE says a lot of Iranian missiles have been intercepted and described the attacks as "cowardly". 

Many countries have called on their citizens in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait to remain indoors.

Bahrain has confirmed that the headquarters of the US Navy’s 5th Fleet has been targeted by a missile attack.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards says it has launched first large-scale wave of retaliatory missile and drone strikes towards Israel.