Explosions rock Tehran as US official warns 'biggest bombing' of war is coming Explosions sent up dark plumes of smoke over Tehran on Saturday as the conflict escalated, with the United States warning of an impending "biggest bombing campaign" of the war. Iranian retaliatory missile strikes targeted Israel, while sirens blared across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as the fighting expanded beyond regional borders. The violence, which has already claimed lives and caused widespread destruction, shows no signs of abating, with the Trump administration approving a new $151 million arms sale to Israel amid calls for Iran's "unconditional surrender." The attacks on Tehran, which included strikes on military infrastructure and leadership targets, were met with Iranian missile fire directed at Israeli cities. In Jerusalem, loud booms echoed as incoming Iranian missiles prompted residents to seek shelter. The conflict has also drawn in Gulf allies, with Saudi Arabia reporting the destruction of drones aimed at its Shaybah oil field and the interception of a ballistic missile near a US military base. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned in a televised interview that the "biggest bombing campaign" of the war was yet to come, reflecting the administration's escalating stance. Israel confirmed it had bombed an underground bunker believed to be a key Iranian leadership facility, though details of the operation remain scarce. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump reiterated his refusal to negotiate with Iran without its "unconditional surrender," vowing to support the selection of a "great and acceptable leader" to replace the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the crisis on social media, acknowledging ongoing mediation efforts but offering no specifics.#iran #israel #bahrain #saudi_arabia #scott_bessent
US-Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates with Saudi Drone Interceptions and US Bombing Threats The escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has intensified, with Saudi Arabia intercepting 16 drones near an oil field and the U.S. warning Iran of an impending "biggest bombing campaign" targeting its missile infrastructure. The situation has drawn global attention as the Middle East faces one of its most volatile crises in decades. The war has seen a series of military actions, including missile exchanges, naval strikes, and regional spillover. Iran has launched fresh missiles at Israel, while Israel has expanded its strikes to Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. A U.S. submarine reportedly sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, marking a significant escalation at sea. Casualties have mounted, with over 1,000 reported dead in Iran and dozens killed in Lebanon and Israel. Tehran is under sustained bombardment, and the search for a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei adds further political uncertainty. The United Nations reports that tens of thousands have fled the Iranian capital. In Washington, Senate Republicans blocked an effort to limit President Trump’s war powers, signaling strong political support for continued military operations. The White House maintains that U.S. ground troops are not part of the current plan but has not ruled out future involvement. The conflict is also disrupting global trade and energy supplies, with missile attacks near the Strait of Hormuz sharply reducing tanker traffic and sending oil prices higher. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that Iran is facing pressure on two fronts, describing the upcoming strikes as the "biggest bombing campaign" aimed at Iran’s missile infrastructure. He stated that the U.S.#us #iran #israel #saudi_arabia #iranian_capital
Russia Allegedly Provided Iran with Intel to Help It Strike US Military, Sources Say The first indication that Moscow has sought to get involved in the war launched by the US and Israel against Iran emerged as reports surfaced that Russia allegedly provided Iran with intelligence to target American military assets in the region. Two officials familiar with US intelligence confirmed the claims, though they emphasized that the US has not found evidence Russia is directing Iran on how to use the information. The revelations come exactly one week after the US and Israel began air strikes on Iran, which killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and dozens of senior leadership and military figures, creating a power vacuum in the country. Iran’s retaliatory strikes on US military assets have sparked outrage across the Gulf, with countries like Saudi Arabia and Bahrain responding with heightened security measures. Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, warned Iran against “miscalculation” following repeated missile and drone attacks on the kingdom. He urged Tehran to “exercise wisdom” and avoid actions that threaten regional stability. Meanwhile, Bahrain reported explosions and air raid sirens in its capital, Manama, as citizens were advised to seek shelter. The alleged Russian intelligence support comes amid a broader escalation of hostilities. The US and Israel’s initial strikes on Iran, which targeted its nuclear infrastructure, have led to a cycle of retaliation. Iran’s attacks on US and Israeli assets in the Persian Gulf have drawn condemnation from Gulf states, which fear the conflict could spiral into a wider regional war. The situation has also disrupted air traffic, with flights heading to Dubai reported in holding patterns after debris from an intercepted drone fell near the airport.#us #iran #israel #russia #saudi_arabia
