Trump Threatens to Target Iran’s New Leadership

FLORIDA (Web Desk) – US President Donald Trump took a hardline stance against Iran during his address at the Republican Party conference, warning that any new leadership emerging in the country would face severe consequences, similar to previous Iranian leadership.

In his speech, Trump claimed that joint operations by the United States and Israel have significantly degraded Iran’s military capabilities. According to him, Iranian drone and missile programs have been destroyed, and the entire Iranian navy has been targeted.

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Trump asserted that US forces have struck approximately 5,000 Iranian targets and sunk 51 Iranian warships, which he said now lie at the bottom of the sea. He added that when he inquired why the ships were not captured, he was told it was more satisfying to sink them.

The US President further stated that the ongoing military operation, which he referred to as “Epic Fury,” is one of the most challenging global military campaigns in recent history. He described it as being even more effective than the previous operation, “Midnight Hammer.”

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Heavy bombardment has reportedly struck the Iranian capital, Tehran, with reports suggesting that dozens of people were killed as powerful explosions rocked several areas of the city. The attacks are described by regional media as among the most intense since the start of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

According to reports, nearby cities including Karaj also witnessed large explosions that lit up the night sky. Witnesses said multiple blasts were heard across several districts, while security installations and military-related locations were believed to be among the targets.

The escalation is linked to the broader confrontation involving Iran, Israel, and allied groups across the region. In response to the strikes, the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah reportedly launched missile attacks toward northern Israel. Rockets were said to have targeted military sites including areas near the city of Safed and the Yeftah Barracks.

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Meanwhile, reports also emerged from Bahrain where a drone was reportedly intercepted after striking near a hotel building, causing a fire that emergency teams later managed to contain. Authorities confirmed damage to infrastructure during the incident but no immediate fatalities were reported.

Amid the escalating tensions, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that diplomatic talks with the United States are currently off the table. He said Iran would continue missile operations for as long as necessary in response to ongoing attacks.

The situation across the region remains highly volatile, with growing concerns that the conflict could expand further if military operations continue to intensify.