Summary
Iran claims it has the right to defend itself under international law after attacks by the US and Israel. President Donald Trump described these attacks on Iranian cities as "major combat operations." In response, Iran launched missiles targeting US and Israeli military sites in several countries.
Key Facts
- Iran stated it has a right to defend itself from attacks by the US and Israel.
- The US and Israel conducted attacks on Iranian cities, including Tehran, killing at least 201 people.
- President Trump referred to these as "major combat operations."
- Iran retaliated by firing missiles at targets in Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE.
- This conflict follows indirect US-Iran nuclear negotiations, which reportedly showed progress.
- It was the second time in less than a year that diplomacy was interrupted by violence.
- Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that its actions are defensive.
