US President Donald Trump said the United States is ready to strike Iran 'at any time' amid renewed clashes, as Iran's health ministry said the death toll from US attacks had risen to 18, including a child.
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Key facts
- US President Donald Trump said the US is ready to strike Iran 'at any time'.
- Iran's health ministry spokesman said the death toll from US attacks rose to 18.
- The reported casualties include a child.
- Trump said renewed US-Iran clashes would 'not last too' long, according to Al Jazeera.
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States is ready to strike Iran ‘at any time’, amid renewed clashes between the two countries, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump also indicated that renewed US-Iran clashes would not last long, the outlet reported in its live coverage of the situation.
Iran’s health ministry spokesman said the death toll from US attacks has risen to 18, according to Al Jazeera. The spokesman said those killed include a child.
The developments come as the two countries face a renewed period of confrontation. The details of the broader conflict, including the locations of the reported attacks, were not specified in the available reporting.
As the situation continues to unfold, Iranian officials have focused on the human toll of the strikes, while the US president has signalled a readiness for further military action.
Why it matters
A renewed military confrontation between the United States and Iran carries significant risks for regional and global stability. Reported civilian casualties, including a child, underscore the human cost of the escalation and raise pressure on both governments over the direction of the conflict.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have been killed in the US attacks on Iran?
Iran's health ministry spokesman said the death toll from US attacks had risen to 18, including a child, according to Al Jazeera.
What has Trump said about striking Iran?
According to Al Jazeera, President Trump said the United States is ready to strike Iran 'at any time' and indicated that renewed clashes would not last long.
Timeline
- Iran war live: Trump says US ready to strike Iran ‘at any time’
Al Jazeera: Iran's health ministry spokesman says the death toll from US attacks has risen to 18, including a child.