In a nationally televised address, President Donald Trump confirmed that the United States had launched precision airstrikes on Iran’s three primary nuclear facilities—Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. Declaring the mission a “spectacular military success,” Trump emphasized the goal of dismantling Iran’s nuclear enrichment program and neutralizing what he described as a long-standing threat to U.S. and allied security. Citing decades of Iranian aggression, including attacks on U.S. soldiers and regional allies, he condemned Iran’s role in supporting terrorism and claimed the strikes had “completely and totally obliterated” the regime’s nuclear infrastructure. He framed the action as a turning point, stating that Iran now faced a stark choice: pursue peace or endure escalating consequences.

The timing of the operation surprised many, as it came shortly after a public statement from Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt indicated Trump would delay any military decision for two weeks—a comment now seen as strategic misdirection. Trump explained that the decision followed Iran’s withdrawal from diplomatic negotiations on June 15 and intelligence reports prompting Israel to act preemptively. He praised the U.S. and Israeli militaries for their coordination, specifically thanking Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump ended with a stern message to Tehran, warning that although the most complex targets were struck, others remain vulnerable. He positioned the operation as a demonstration of unmatched American military capability, underscoring a commitment to defending national and allied interests while holding adversaries accountable.