US begins major combat operations to destroy Iranian missiles and naval forces

The United States has started what it calls 'major combat' operations aimed at destroying Iran's missiles and naval forces. This marks a significant escalation in military action.

Trump says he does not want to use military force but sometimes has to, while his advisers scramble to justify the intervention. U.S. combat jets have been deployed to Israel for a potential mission, and non-emergency staff are being allowed to leave Israel.