Trump news at a glance: Israel strikes back at Iran despite president’s appeal
Israel has conducted military strikes inside Iran despite a direct appeal from Donald Trump to refrain from retaliation. The move follows an earlier Iranian missile attack, raising concerns about a broader regional conflict.
Why it matters
The escalation between Israel and Iran threatens regional stability and global oil markets, complicating international diplomatic efforts.
Iran’s latest attack reportedly prompted Donald Trump to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to advise against retaliation. Hours later, Israel said it hit targets inside Iran. Photograph: Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Iran’s latest attack reportedly prompted Donald Trump to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to advise against retaliation. Hours later, Israel said it hit targets inside Iran. Photograph: Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP/Getty Images Trump administration briefing Trump administration Explainer Trump news at a glance: Israel strikes back at Iran despite president’s appeal Donald Trump said: ‘I’m about to call Bibi right now and tell him not to respond’, as conflict risks spiralling – key US politics stories from 7 June at a glance
The article reports on the actions of multiple international actors and quotes various sides without taking a definitive stance on the conflict's legitimacy.
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