Combat missions against Iran are the most challenging that an F-35 has flown, showcasing the jet's capabilities, an airpower expert said.

The U.S. military is increasing its air power in the Middle East by deploying additional fighter jets and extending current warplane missions as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies, three U.

US President Donald Trump has taken aim at the Supreme Leader in a series of posts on social media, claiming the US 'knows where he is' but will not attack him 'for now'.