Tag: Israel

Operation Rising Lion: US says it was not involved in strikes

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the US had no involvement in Israel’s strikes on Iran, but was informed Israel deemed the action necessary for self-defense. President Trump hosted the White House picnic as reports of the strikes surfaced. Rubio emphasized the US priority is protecting American forces and warned Iran against targeting US interests […]

Israel Iran war: Pentagon positions warships in West Asia

In response to potential Iranian retaliation against Israeli strikes, the Pentagon is bolstering its military presence in West Asia. The USS Thomas Hudner has been deployed to the eastern Mediterranean, with a possible second destroyer to follow. The Air Force is also expected to deploy additional fighter aircraft to the region, aiming to protect both […]

‘When the last sword strikes’: Iran launches second salvo on Israel – watch video

By TOI World Desk Iran launched missile and drone strikes on Israel, targeting cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, in retaliation for Israeli military actions. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed successful hits on strategic targets, while Israel asserted interceptions and significant damage inflicted on Iranian military assets. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned of further Israeli […]