Iran-Israel Conflict Intensifies; US Debates Response

Tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States have escalated, with President Trump demanding Iran's 'unconditional surrender' as Israel carries out extensive airstrikes on Iranian targets, reportedly hitting over 1,100 sites. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected Trump's ultimatum and warned that US intervention would bring serious consequences. The conflict has caused widespread panic and mass evacuations in Tehran, while Iran's ability to launch missiles appears weakened due to Israeli strikes on its launch facilities. Iran continues some retaliatory attacks, but its missile response has diminished. Trump has signaled further potential US involvement but clarified that Iran's leader is not a direct target at this time. Meanwhile, internal divisions within the US administration have surfaced, with Vice President JD Vance defending Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard amid debates over Iran's nuclear program.