Trump: US strikes target Iran's nuclear threat after Khamenei death

US President Donald Trump announced air strikes against Iran, claiming they aim to end decades of threat and prevent nuclear weapon development. This follows the reported death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump justified the strikes on Truth Social, calling Khamenei a 'bloodthirsty THUG' responsible for deaths worldwide. Israel confirmed additional strikes on Iran's missile systems, with Iran vowing retaliation. Iran launched missile attacks on US bases and Israeli cities, causing flight cancellations in the Middle East. The situation risks escalating into wider conflict.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/01/our-goal-is-to-end-decades-long-threat-from-iran-trump/