Israel Iran War News Live: Trump says US-Israel strikes aimed at ‘freedom’ for Iranian people
After joint US-Israel military strikes on Iran triggered wider tensions across the Middle East, US President Donald Trump defended the operation as a push for “freedom” for the Iranian people. Speaking to The Washington Post in a phone interview on Saturday, Trump said, “All I want is freedom for the people,” adding, “I want a safe nation, and that’s what we’re going to have.” His remarks frame the strikes not just as a security move, but as part of a broader political objective. The comments come as the region braces for possible retaliation and further escalation.
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Iran says it has only used ‘scrap missiles’ so far
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, an IRGC commander has claimed that Iran has so far fired only its “scrap missiles” in the ongoing confrontation. Commander Jabari said more advanced and “unforeseen weapons” could be unveiled if the conflict deepens. The remarks appear aimed at signaling that Tehran’s core military capabilities remain untouched. With rhetoric hardening on both sides, the statement raises fresh concerns about how far the standoff could escalate.
Saudi Arabia says Iran has attacked its territory
Saudi Arabia reported that Iran attacked its capital, Riyadh, and the eastern region on Saturday. The Saudi Foreign Ministry stated that the attacks were dealt with but did not provide further details. The ministry condemned the Iranian strikes, noting they occurred despite Riyadh’s warning that its airspace would not be used against Iran.
Iran’s defence minister and IRGC commander believed killed in Israeli attacks
Iran’s Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in Israeli strikes, according to two sources familiar with Israel’s military operations and one regional source. – Reuters
Oil majors and traders suspend shipments via Strait of Hormuz
Oil majors and traders suspend shipments via Strait of Hormuz
Several oil companies and top trading houses have halted crude and fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US and Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes, according to a Reuters. The strait, located between Oman and Iran, connects the Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, and about a fifth of global oil consumption passes through it.
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One trading executive said, “Our ships will stay put for several days.” The EU maritime mission Eunavfor Aspides advised the shipping industry to remain vigilant, warning that attacks on ships could not be ruled out following the strikes on Iran. Aspides also noted that Yemen’s Houthis have threatened new attacks against Israeli and US vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, and the mission is ready to help protect lives at sea.