On Thursday morning, July 30th, 2026, the United States launched major strikes against Iran in response to a surprise attack on American forces in the region earlier that week. President Donald Trump had vowed to hit the Iranian regime “very hard” as retaliation for the assault.

The military action reflects escalating tensions following the unexpected attack on US personnel. Concurrently, a new poll indicates that 72% of Americans disapprove of President Trump's handling of the situation with Iran.

NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reported on the developments for TODAY.

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