Trump Warns Iran of 'Much Greater' Attack if Retaliation Occurs

The commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that American forces conducted strikes against Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets. This official confirmation follows reports from Iran detailing a wave of attacks in the region.

Concurrently, the U.S. Embassy in Israel issued a security alert to its citizens due to heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf. The embassy noted that the security situation in the Middle East remains complex and could deteriorate without warning. American citizens in the region are advised to exercise increased vigilance, with potential disruptions to travel, airspace closures, and flight cancellations being warned.

U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the recent strikes, stating that if Iran chooses to retaliate, it will face an attack of "much greater" force. He clarified that the current operation was not the most severe, implying a more significant strike is being held in reserve, which, if unleashed, would leave very little of the Islamic Republic of Iran remaining.