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Breaking News: Iran–Israel War Escalates, US Joins Strikes on Iranian Targets

The conflict between Iran and Israel has intensified significantly, with both sides launching heavy overnight attacks. Israel carried out massive airstrikes in Tehran, targeting key government installations, while Iran responded with continuous missile and drone strikes. The situation escalated further as the United States directly joined the conflict, striking Iranian fighter jets, drones, and radar systems. The US Central Command also released visuals of these operations. On the 24th day of the war, Iran launched the 75th wave of its “Operation True Promise 4,” targeting US and Israeli positions with a barrage of missiles and drones. Both sides have suffered significant damage, and the scale of attacks indicates a deepening and prolonged conflict. The ongoing war has turned increasingly dangerous, with multiple nations involved and continuous retaliatory strikes, raising global concerns about further escalation and regional instability.

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