US Strikes Iran as Trump Vows Retaliation After Americans Killed

Iranian-linked sites struck in retaliation
The strikes were in retaliation for recent attacks that killed three Americans, the United States said. The military said it struck sites believed to be linked to Iranian activity, saying the goal was to deter future attacks and protect U.S. forces in the Middle East.

Trump: “We will defend our people.”
Following the operation, Trump issued a stern warning to Iran and its proxies. “The United States does not sit idly by and allow attacks on our citizens or our military,” he said. “Americans will be threatened; we will respond – decisively.

Fears of broader conflict grow
The strikes have raised fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Analysts say further retaliation by either side could make the situation in the region, especially in Iraq, Syria and the Gulf, more unstable.

Several countries are calling for restraint. In the coming days, leaders around the world are expected to intensify diplomatic efforts to contain the conflict.

U.S. forces are still on high alert, and more action could be taken for now if American personnel are targeted again, the Pentagon says.