Fox News Reporter Gets Cryptic Warning Right Before Mass Attack

President Donald Trump reportedly gave Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst an extraordinary heads-up about impending military action against Iran just hours before American forces launched a new wave of strikes targeting key Iranian military infrastructure.

According to Yingst, the president personally called him from the Situation Room shortly before the operation began and outlined aspects of the mission that would soon unfold across Iranian territory.

The revelation offers a rare glimpse into the high-stakes decision-making taking place inside the White House as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate.

Following the conversation, Trump publicly signaled his frustration with Iran’s leadership through a series of statements on Truth Social, arguing that Iranian officials had squandered opportunities to reach an agreement with the United States.

“Iran’s Military is a complete and total mess,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

The president went on to claim that significant portions of Iran’s military capabilities had already been degraded.

He added that much of the country’s naval and air capabilities “doesn’t even exist anymore” and warned that Iranian leaders would “pay the price” after taking too long to negotiate.

Shortly afterward, U.S. Central Command confirmed that American military operations were underway.

According to military officials, the strikes began at approximately 5:15 p.m. Eastern Time and targeted multiple sites connected to Iran’s military infrastructure. Central Command stated that the action was conducted under the authority of the commander in chief and characterized the operation as a response to Iran’s continued hostile activities.

Officials described the mission as a self-defense operation aimed at protecting American personnel and maintaining stability throughout the region.

Yingst later provided additional details regarding his conversation with Trump.

According to the Fox News correspondent, the president indicated that military operations could soon wind down after communications with senior Iranian officials.

Trump reportedly told Yingst that “the bombing will stop shortly” after discussions with Iranian leaders seeking an end to the military campaign.

The president also allegedly disclosed operational details about the strike package itself.

According to Yingst, Trump said 49 Tomahawk missiles were launched during the operation and that several targets were located within roughly 40 miles of Tehran.

American fighter aircraft were reportedly conducting simultaneous missions over Iranian airspace, targeting radar systems and air defense installations designed to protect military assets.

Perhaps the most striking moment from Yingst’s account came when he asked Trump what would happen if Iran refused to accept a proposed agreement.

According to the correspondent, Trump responded bluntly:

“We’ll bomb the ‘S’ out of them tomorrow night.”

The president also reportedly stated:

“We’ve hit them hard tonight.”

Approximately two hours after the conversation took place, U.S. Central Command announced the operation had concluded successfully.

Military officials said forces from the Marine Corps, Air Force, and Navy participated in the mission, employing precision-guided munitions against surveillance systems, communications networks, and air defense sites believed to pose threats to American forces and international shipping routes.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the administration’s approach before the operation commenced, arguing that diplomacy and military strength are not mutually exclusive.

“If we need to negotiate with bombs, we’ll negotiate with bombs, and we’re very good at it,” Hegseth said during remarks at U.S. Central Command headquarters at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida.

He emphasized that military pressure can strengthen America’s position at the negotiating table while simultaneously degrading enemy capabilities.

Meanwhile, Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana offered a more cautious assessment regarding Iran’s willingness to negotiate.

“I’m not sure that it will do any good in terms of destroying their weapons to do more bombing,” Kennedy said.

The senator stressed that any future decision involving the deployment of American ground troops would require serious consultation with Congress and a careful review of intelligence assessments.

“Before the president sends in troops, we all need to sit down and talk about it,” Kennedy said.

He also argued that lawmakers should receive detailed intelligence briefings before any broader military escalation occurs.

The latest operation marks another significant chapter in the ongoing confrontation between the United States and Iran. While negotiations reportedly continue behind the scenes, the Trump administration has consistently maintained that military pressure and diplomacy can work together to achieve favorable outcomes for American interests.

For now, administration officials have not announced additional strikes. However, they have made clear that the United States remains prepared to respond forcefully to threats against American personnel, allies, and commercial shipping throughout the region.

The message from Washington appears unmistakable: negotiations remain possible, but the administration is willing to back diplomacy with overwhelming military power if necessary.