The Digest: Iran has threatened "crushing" attacks on the US and Israel, firing missiles at Tel Aviv after President Donald Trump vowed to bomb the Islamic Republic "back to the Stone Ages." Trump, in a prime-time White House address, said the US is "very close" to achieving its military objectives but warned attacks would intensify over the next two to three weeks if Iran does not reach a negotiated settlement. Iran's military command warned of "more crushing, broader, and more destructive actions," while pro-government Iranians voiced defiance, saying, "We will resist until the end."
Key Points:
- Iran fired missiles at Tel Aviv, with four people lightly injured in the area.
- Trump threatened to send Iran "back to the Stone Ages" within two to three weeks.
- Iran's military warned of "more crushing, broader, and more destructive actions."
- The war has spread throughout the Middle East and roiled the global economy.
- Oil prices spiked, and stocks tumbled following Trump's address.
As both sides escalate rhetoric and military action, the conflict shows no signs of abating, with global markets volatile and civilian populations caught in the crossfire.
Sources: AFP, The Punch
