Live updates: US hits Iran energy targets, bridges; Fallout persists after Trump election speech

In a significant escalation of tensions, the U.S. military has launched attacks on key Iranian energy targets and bridges, aiming to pressure the Iranian regime. President Trump's election speech appears to have fueled this aggressive move. Iran has responded by targeting U.S. bases and critical infrastructure in allied nations, intensifying the conflict. This aggressive back-and-forth not only raises the stakes of geopolitical conflict but also casts a shadow over the stability of the Middle East and global oil markets.