Iran and Israel exchanged fire for a sixth day after US President Donald Trump met with his national security team to discuss the escalating conflict, fueling fresh speculation that Washington is on the verge of joining the attacks.

Trump calls for Iran's 'unconditional surrender', tells Tehran to evacuate as air war rages on. Israel plans to destroy Fordow nuclear site.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Israel appeared to be expanding its air campaign against Tehran five days after its surprise attack on Iran’s military and nuclear program, as U.S. President Donald Trump posted an ominous message warning residents of the capital to evacuate.

Iran and Israel continued to exchange attacks into Tuesday amid the latest round of conflict between the two nations.

Iran and Israel launched new missile strikes at each other on Wednesday as the air war between the two longtime enemies entered a sixth day despite a call from U.S. President Donald Trump for Iran's unconditional surrender.

The Iran-Israel conflict has reshaped Washington, uniting hawks and pro-Israel Democrats, while MAGA and progressives oppose U.S. involvement.

Cyprus has acted as a transfer point for third-country evacuees following the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, attack. In April 2023, Cyprus also assisted in the repatriation of U.K. nationals from Sudan.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. is 'postured defensively' as more warplanes and a massive aircraft carrier moved to the region.