Israel and Iran are trading strikes for a fifth day, with civilians in flashpoint areas facing waves of attacks. In Iran, at least 224 people have been killed since hostilities began. In Israel, 24 people have been killed.
US President Donald Trump says he’s looking for a “real end” to the conflict, not just a truce, after leaving the G7 summit early. Trump denied he left to work on a ceasefire and said something “much bigger” is in the works. He has also warned Iranians to evacuate Tehran.
Trump disputed his own director of national intelligence’s assessment of how close Iran is to getting a nuclear weapon. He plans to meet with his national security team in the Situation Room today.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he believes his country’s strikes have significantly set back Iran’s nuclear program. Israel has targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities, with the extent of the damage unclear. (CNN)