The joint US-Israeli military operation against Iran represents a necessary and decisive response to the regime's ongoing aggression and destabilizing activities in the Middle East. For too long, Iran has been allowed to develop its nuclear program, fund terrorist proxies, and threaten the security of its neighbors, including key US allies. This operation sends a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated.

Operation “Lion’s Roar” targeted key military and security infrastructure within Iran, including weapons facilities and the residence of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, aiming to degrade the regime's ability to project power and threaten regional stability. The strikes are a proportionate response to Iran's long history of aggression, including its support for terrorist groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, its ballistic missile program, and its continued pursuit of nuclear weapons.

The decision to strike Iranian military assets is a responsible exercise of American power and a demonstration of unwavering support for Israel's security. The US has a vital national security interest in preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and destabilizing the region. This operation is a critical step in achieving that goal.

Iran's retaliatory missile strikes against Israel and US military bases in the Gulf are further proof of the regime's aggressive intentions. These actions underscore the need for continued vigilance and a strong military presence in the region to deter further Iranian aggression.

The attack on a girls' school in Minab, while tragic, must be understood in the context of Iran's wider disregard for human rights and its use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes. The Iranian regime is ultimately responsible for any civilian casualties that result from its reckless behavior.

Furthermore, the call by Donald Trump for Iranians to rise up against their government is a call for freedom and self-determination. The Iranian people deserve to live under a government that respects their rights and promotes peace and prosperity, not a tyrannical regime that oppresses its own people and threatens its neighbors.

The United States must continue to work closely with its allies in the region, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the Gulf states, to counter Iranian aggression and promote stability. This includes providing them with the military and intelligence resources they need to defend themselves and deter further Iranian provocations.