The United States has conducted airstrikes on three key Iranian nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. President Trump announced the operation, stating that the sites were “completely and totally obliterated,” aiming to halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
The strikes involved the use of advanced military technology, including B-2 stealth bombers and Tomahawk cruise missiles, which caused considerable damage to the nuclear infrastructure. These attacks were intended to delay Iran’s nuclear program and reduce the risk of Iran developing nuclear weapons.
In retaliation, Iran launched missiles at a U.S. military base located in Qatar, specifically targeting Al Udeid Air Base. Fortunately, the missile attack caused no casualties, but it further heightened tensions between the two countries and across the broader Middle East region.
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, made his first public appearance since the conflict began, attending a religious ceremony in Tehran. He condemned the U.S. strikes and described Iran’s missile attack as a “slap to America’s face,” emphasizing Iran’s willingness to defend its interests aggressively.
The Pentagon has estimated that the U.S. airstrikes have delayed Iran’s nuclear program by approximately two years. However, Iranian officials continue to insist that their nuclear activities are peaceful and for energy purposes only. In response to the airstrikes, Iran has suspended its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), complicating efforts for international oversight.
President Trump is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current conflict and Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Both nations remain on high alert, preparing for any further escalation in the conflict.
The situation remains highly volatile, with fears that the conflict could spiral into a larger regional war. Diplomatic efforts are ongoing, but the tense standoff suggests that a peaceful resolution may be difficult to achieve in the short term.
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