Tensions escalate as U.S. launches 12th straight night of strikes against Iran

The U.S. launched strikes against Iran for the twelfth consecutive night following attacks on Gulf nations. President Trump issued new warnings and threatened to target Iranian infrastructure while fallen U.S. service members returned home. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserted that Iran will continue to pay a higher price until negotiations proceed. These ongoing military operations mark a significant escalation in tensions as the U.S. maintains its strategic pressure against the Iranian government's actions.