Trump threatens genocide against Iran, prompting swift ceasefire announcement

President Donald Trump threatened to commit genocide against Iran during a press briefing on Wednesday, prompting a ceasefire announcement within hours. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth boasted about the military's successes, including significant destruction of Iranian infrastructure. Critics, including some Republicans, condemned the rhetoric, as Democrats sought to challenge the military operation under the War Powers.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Guardian Australia