Plus: Washington prepares for Trump’s military parade{beacon} IRAN RETALIATED with a swarm of drone and missile attacks Friday after Israel launched surprise strikes that killed nearly two

President Donald Trump is urging Iran to make a nuclear deal now that Israel has launched strikes against the country.

Israel's widespread airstrikes against Iran's nuclear program are stoking fears of a larger confrontation.

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If there is military action by Israel against Iran, it would be conducted without U.S. military support, an administration official said. But American intelligence assistance could be provided.

Among those killed were three of Iran’s top military leaders: one who oversaw the entire armed forces, General Mohammad Bagheri; one who led the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, General Hossein Salami; and the head of the Guard’s ballistic missile programme, General Amir Ali Hajizadeh.

Republicans and some Democrats offered strong support for Israel’s move, but many Democrats called for de-escalation and warned of the consequences of a broader war.