A seismic shift reverberated across the Middle East as the United States and Israel launched a coordinated military operation, dubbed “Operation Epic Fury,” against Iran. The attack commenced just after 9 a.m. local time, instantly escalating tensions to a dangerous new peak.
In a stunning address delivered via social media, former President Trump directly appealed to the Iranian people, urging them to rise up against their government. His words were a call to action, timed to coincide with the unfolding military assault.
“The hour of your freedom is at hand,” Trump declared, advising citizens to seek shelter from the impending strikes. He painted a picture of imminent upheaval, promising a chance for liberation unlike any seen in generations.
Trump framed the operation not as an act of aggression, but as a catalyst for change, stating, “When we are finished, take over your government. It will be yours to take.” He asserted that years of pleas for American assistance were finally being answered.
He emphasized the overwhelming power backing this potential revolution, assuring Iranians that “America is backing you with overwhelming strength and devastating force.” This was their moment, he insisted, to claim a prosperous future.
While empowering the Iranian populace was a central theme, Trump underscored the operation’s primary objective: the defense of American interests. He characterized the Iranian regime as “vicious” and a source of imminent threat.
Acknowledging the potential for American casualties, Trump deemed the mission “noble,” a necessary step to dismantle what he described as a “wicked, radical dictatorship” intent on destabilizing the region and endangering American security.
Trump pointed to a history of failed negotiations with Iran, accusing the nation of secretly rebuilding its nuclear program and acting as “the world’s number-one state sponsor of terror.” He reiterated his unwavering stance: Iran would never be permitted to possess nuclear weapons.
The former president vowed the complete destruction of Iran’s missile infrastructure and the annihilation of its naval forces. This was a stark warning, a demonstration of resolve meant to leave no doubt about the United States’ commitment.
A direct appeal was issued to members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, Iran’s armed forces, and police, offering immunity in exchange for surrendering their weapons. The alternative, Trump warned, was “certain death.”
The military action followed weeks of escalating rhetoric and stalled indirect negotiations. Trump had previously expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of talks, setting a firm deadline for a resolution.
During a recent address, Trump had signaled his willingness to back diplomatic efforts with force, a message that now appeared to have been tragically fulfilled. He had repeatedly warned of severe consequences should negotiations collapse.
“It’s been mass terror and we are not going to put up with it any longer,” Trump stated, encapsulating the frustration and determination that fueled this dramatic escalation. The future of the region, and perhaps the world, now hung precariously in the balance.
