Israel Strikes: The U.S. Deploys Military Ships to the Middle East, Tehran Prepares a Retaliatory Strike.

U.S. military ships are rushing to the Middle East following Israel's attacks on nuclear facilities and military targets in Iran. The USS Thomas Hudner destroyer has already set sail for the eastern Mediterranean, while another destroyer is on its way there to be ready to act at the White House's demand.

President Donald Trump is holding a meeting with key members of the National Security Council to discuss the situation. U.S. officials comment on this confidentially, as the details of the operation have not yet been officially announced. Earlier, Trump urged Iran to make a deal with Israel, warning of possible forthcoming attacks that could be even harsher.

Iran's response to Israeli strikes involves launching over 100 drones at Israel. Iran's Supreme Leader threatens 'severe punishment' for the attacks. The strikes have already affected global markets - oil prices have risen by 7%, while the S&P 500 index has decreased by almost 1%. According to the Iranian agency Fars, at least 78 people have died as a result of the strikes, and another 329 have been injured. The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the situation following the Israeli strikes on Iran.

Escalation of the Conflict and International Community's Response

Following Israel's attacks on targets in Iran, the escalation of the conflict in the region has led to the deployment of U.S. military ships to the Middle East zone and consultations among American leaders. Iran's response to the strikes, threats of punishment, and the reaction to global financial markets create a tense situation that demands the international community's attention.

A Ukrainian journalist is promptly reporting on the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran, which has led to the deployment of U.S. military ships in the Middle East region. The creation of a tense situation in the region has prompted a reaction from the international community and led to consultations with key American officials.