Israel and Iran exchange strikes as Trump says U.S. is negotiating end to war
Key Points:
- Iranian forces conducted new missile and drone attacks targeting multiple Gulf states and Israel, escalating regional tensions.
- In response, Israel reported carrying out strikes against Iranian and Lebanese targets, including locations in Beirut.
- The exchanges occurred amid President Donald Trump's announcement of a five-day postponement of U.S. strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure to allow for negotiations.
- Iranian officials denied that any negotiations with the United States were underway despite Trump's statement.