Missiles launched as soon as Trump's speech ended.
Missiles launched as soon as Trump's speech ended. According to the Israeli military (IDF), several missiles were fired from Iran as soon as Trump's speech ended. The military issued a statement saying, "Defense systems have been activated and interceptions are underway to prevent the attack." Air defense sirens blared in central and northern Israel.
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The ongoing war between America, Israel and Iran has now reached its most dangerous stage. As soon as US President Donald Trump's State of the Union address ended, Iran has launched missile attacks on Israel. This attack has made it clear that the war is not going to stop for now, but may intensify.
Trump's claims and Iran's retaliation
Notably, Trump claimed in his address that the US and Israel have almost destroyed Iran's military power. He warned, "We will give them a very strong response in the next two to three weeks and send them back to the Stone Age." Trump also said that Iran's navy and air force have been completely destroyed.
But the missile strikes that followed Trump's claims just minutes later show that the reality on the ground is different. Iran still has the capability to strike Israeli targets, which raises questions about the US claims.
Growing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz
Trump also claimed that the Strait of Hormuz would automatically open after the war is over. But given the current situation, this route is still a center of tension and a major threat to global energy supplies. Experts believe that Trump's aggressive statement and Iran's retaliatory strike could further inflame this war.