In a surprising turn amid escalating U.S.-Israel military operations against Iran, a White House official has indicated that President Donald Trump is no longer expected to deliver a formal address to the nation today, Saturday, February 28, 2026. This update comes after earlier reports from Axios (cited by Reuters) suggested Trump would provide a Saturday morning address to update Americans on the ongoing strikes targeting Iranian military sites, missile facilities, and nuclear-related infrastructure.
Instead, President Trump has communicated key details through an eight-minute video posted on Truth Social, where he announced the launch of “major combat operations” in Iran. In the message, he described the actions as “massive and ongoing,” aimed at destroying Iran’s missile capabilities, annihilating its navy, and preventing threats to U.S. national security. He also urged Iranian civilians to “take over your government” once operations conclude, framing the strikes as an opportunity for regime change and greater freedom for the Iranian people.