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Trump Warns Iran After Khamenei's Reported Killing

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Trump Warns Iran After Khamenei's Reported Killing

President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran against any retaliatory actions following the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei by a joint U.S.-Israeli strike. This warning was made via a post on Truth Social on Sunday amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

The strike, which occurred early Saturday, raised fears of a wider conflict and prompted an emergency response from international actors. Trump directly addressed Iran, stating that any counterattack would be met with overwhelming force.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran announced that it would intensify its offensive operations, signaling a continuation of regional escalation. The situation has led to heightened military and diplomatic tensions, with U.S. and Israeli forces remaining on high alert.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer convened an emergency Cobra committee to assess the security situation, while analysts warned of rapid escalation and global economic implications.

Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from Nairametrics.

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