As tensions rise in the Middle East, the Trump administration works on a diplomatic solution to Iran’s nuclear program as Israel prepares to attack.

The Israeli Air Force conducted a strike in Iran on Thursday, according to two sources with knowledge of the operation. It's not yet clear what Israel is targeting. Why it matters: Israel is directly attacking its biggest and best-armed adversary,

The fact that Israel struck Iran without any US involvement, and against the president’s publicly stated wishes, now thrusts Trump into one of the biggest tests of his young presidency.

IAEA declares Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations as U.S. embassy in Iraq orders partial evacuation, while Defense Secretary Hegseth suggests Iran is moving toward nuclear weapons capability.