Iranian in Tehran reacts to Trump's war as more violence erupts
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Trump posted a video showing apparent military strikes on Isfahan, Iran's major city, as violence escalates in the conflict with Iran.
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President Trump posted a video on social media showing what appear to be military strikes on Isfahan, a major Iranian city, as violence escalates in the conflict. The posting came as Iranians contend with the ongoing war and the Iranian regime's handling of the prolonged hostilities. Isfahan is a significant cultural and economic center in Iran, making strikes there strategically notable. The social media post underscores the Trump administration's direct engagement in communicating about military operations in real time. CBS News correspondent Holly Williams reports on how Iranian citizens are reacting to the escalating violence and their government's response.
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