At least 24 girl students were killed in an air strike on a girls’ school in Minab in southern Iran’s Hormozgan province during coordinated Israeli-US military operations, according to local authorities. The strike occurred as explosions were reported across Iran amid the joint offensive.


Israel-US Strike On Iran: 24 Girl Students Killed In School Attack | WION

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has reportedly launched additional missiles toward Israel in retaliation for coordinated US-Israel strikes on Iranian territory. The Israel Defense Forces said missiles were launched from Iran and activated air-defence systems to intercept the threats, with sirens sounding across parts of the country as alerts were issued. The situation is part of a broader escalation in regional hostilities.


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Israel had reportedly been planning strikes on Iran for months in coordination with the US. The revelation comes as Tel Aviv and Washington announced military operations against Tehran on Saturday (Feb 28). US President Donald Trump said that American forces have started “major combat operations” in Iran, confirming the US involvement. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region.Reuters reported, citing an Israeli defence official, that the launch date of strikes on Iran had been decided weeks ago by Washington and Tel Aviv.Interestingly, two weeks earlier, US media reported that American forces were ready to strike Iran by “next weekend”. The recent strikes were also launched on a weekend, although a week later than ealier speculated date.Israeli media reported that about 30 targets across Iran have been struck so far, including the Iranian President’s residence and an intelligence headquarters. The Israeli air force said that it was striking several Iranian military strikes.&nbsp;The Israeli military later said that it had identified barrages of missiles launched towards Israel from Iran. Explosions were also heard across US military bases in the region, including Bahrain, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.In a statement, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said that a wave of missiles and drone attacks had been launched at Israel. “The first wave of widespread missile and drone attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the occupied territories has begun,” the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said.Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian Supreme Leader, are unknown after Israel, allegedly in a joint move with the United States, carried out a targeted preemptive strike near his headquarters in Tehran. It remains uncertain whether Khamenei was at his headquarters during the strike or if he sustained injuries from it. Citing an Iranian official, Reuters reported that the supreme leader was moved to a secure location.Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Houthis, Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

The US and Israel reportedly planned Iran strikes for months, with the launch date fixed weeks ago. As “major combat operations” begin, Iran retaliates — but key details behind the timing remain unclear.

Israel had reportedly been planning strikes on Iran for months in coordination with the US. The revelation comes as Tel Aviv and Washington announced military operations against Tehran on Saturday (Feb 28). US President Donald Trump said that American forces have started “major combat operations” in Iran, confirming the US involvement. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region. Reuters reported, citing an Israeli defence official, that the launch date of strikes on Iran had been decided weeks ago by Washington and Tel Aviv. Interestingly, two weeks earlier, US media reported that American forces were ready to strike Iran by “next weekend”. The recent strikes were also launched on a weekend, although a week later than ealier speculated date. Israeli media reported that about 30 targets across Iran have been struck so far, including the Iranian President’s residence and an intelligence headquarters. The Israeli air force said that it was striking several Iranian military strikes. The Israeli military later said that it had identified barrages of missiles launched towards Israel from Iran. Explosions were also heard across US military bases in the region, including Bahrain, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. In a statement, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said that a wave of missiles and drone attacks had been launched at Israel. “The first wave of widespread missile and drone attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the occupied territories has begun,” the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said. Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian Supreme Leader, are unknown after Israel, allegedly in a joint move with the United States, carried out a targeted preemptive strike near his headquarters in Tehran. It remains uncertain whether Khamenei was at his headquarters during the strike or if he sustained injuries from it. Citing an Iranian official, Reuters reported that the supreme leader was moved to a secure location. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Houthis, Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

The US and Israel reportedly planned Iran strikes for months, with the launch date fixed weeks ago. As “major combat operations” begin, Iran retaliates — but key details behind the timing remain unclear.

US, Israel planned strikes on Iran for months despite ongoing talks? What we know

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) warned Iranian troops to lay down their arms or face “certain death”. In a video message posted on his Truth Social, the US president ominously warned the “Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the Armed Forces, and all of the police” that they must surrender or be killed. He promised that those who surrender will be “treated fairly” and that they'll be granted “total immunity”.

Addressing the "great proud people of Iran," he promised, “tonight that the hour of your freedom is at hand”.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-confirms-us-israel-strikes-says-iran-s-murderous-terrorist-regime-must-not-gain-nuclear-arms-1772268667559">Netanyahu confirms US-Israel strikes, says Iran's ‘murderous terrorist regime’ must not gain nuclear arms</a><h2>Targets hit across Iran</h2>Israeli media reported that roughly 30 locations were struck in the opening phase of the joint military operation that is being called Operation Fury by the US and Operation Lion's Roar by Israel. Among them were sites linked to Iran's leadership and intelligence apparatus. Explosions and plumes of smoke were seen rising over parts of Tehran. The extent of the damage remains unclear.According to the Israeli military, their strikes on Iran, conducted in collaboration with the US, hit many military sites and were planned jointly by the allies for months. "The strike targeted dozens of military targets and was carried out as part of a broad, coordinated, and joint operation against the regime," the army said in a statement."In the months preceding the strike, close and joint planning was conducted between the IDF and the US military, enabling the execution of the broad strike in full synchronisation and coordination between the two militaries," it added.<h2>Questions over Khamenei’s whereabouts</h2>Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are uncertain. Reports suggest a strike took place near his headquarters in the Iranian capital, Tehran. It is not known whether he was present at the time or if he was injured in the strike. According to Reuters, an Iranian official said Khamenei had been moved to a secure location.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-s-new-iran-campaign-gets-dramatic-codename-lion-s-roar-here-s-why-netanyahu-chose-the-name-personally-1772264770052">Israel’s new Iran campaign gets dramatic codename ‘Lion’s Roar'. Here's why</a><h2>Trump issues stark ultimatum to Iranian troops</h2>Soon after the strikes, President Trump confirmed that American forces were involved in what he described as major combat operations. In a video message posted on his Truth Social, the US president ominously warned the “Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the Armed Forces, and all of the police” that they must surrender or be killed. He promised that those who surrender will be “treated fairly” and that they'll be granted “total immunity”. &nbsp;

Donald Trump issues a surrender warning to Iran’s forces. In a video message, the US president addressed the Revolutionary Guard and security forces with a stark ultimatum: “lay down arms” or face “certain death”.What exactly did he say and what happens next? Scroll down to read.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) warned Iranian troops to lay down their arms or face “certain death”. In a video message posted on his Truth Social, the US president ominously warned the “Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the Armed Forces, and all of the police” that they must surrender or be killed. He promised that those who surrender will be “treated fairly” and that they'll be granted “total immunity”.

Donald Trump issues a surrender warning to Iran’s forces. In a video message, the US president addressed the Revolutionary Guard and security forces with a stark ultimatum: “lay down arms” or face “certain death”.What exactly did he say and what happens next? Scroll down to read.

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) announced that American forces have started ‘major combat operations’ against Iran. This comes after the Israeli Defence Ministry on Saturday announced “preemptive strikes” on Tehran. Israeli media reported that about 30 targets across Iran have been struck so far, including the Iranian President’s residence and an intelligence headquarters.Trump said, “To the great, proud people of Iran, I say tonight that the hour of your freedom is at hand. Stay sheltered, don’t leave your home. It’s very dangerous outside bombs will be dropping everywhere.”Trump further said, “When we are finished, take over your government. It will be yours to take. This will probably be your only chance for generations. For many years, you have asked for America’s help, but you never got it. No president was willing to do what I am doing tonight. Now you have a president who is giving you what you want. So, let's see how you respond. America is backing you with overwhelming strength and devastating strength.”Trump also warned the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the armed forces and all of the police to lay down or face death.“To the Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the armed forces and all of the police, I say tonight that you must all lay down your weapons and have complete immunity, or in the alternative, face certain death. So, lay down your arms, you will be treated fairly with total immunity, or you will face certain death.”Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian Supreme Leader, are unknown after Israel, allegedly in a joint move with the United States, carried out a targeted preemptive strike near his headquarters in Tehran. It remains uncertain whether Khamenei was at his headquarters during the strike or if he sustained injuries from it. Citing an Iranian official, Reuters reported that the supreme leader was moved to a secure location.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) announced that American forces have started ‘major combat operations’ against Iran.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) announced that American forces have started ‘major combat operations’ against Iran. This comes after the Israeli Defence Ministry on Saturday announced “preemptive strikes” on Tehran. Israeli media reported that about 30 targets across Iran have been struck so far, including the Iranian President’s residence and an intelligence headquarters. Trump said, “To the great, proud people of Iran, I say tonight that the hour of your freedom is at hand. Stay sheltered, don’t leave your home. It’s very dangerous outside bombs will be dropping everywhere.” Trump further said, “When we are finished, take over your government. It will be yours to take. This will probably be your only chance for generations. For many years, you have asked for America’s help, but you never got it. No president was willing to do what I am doing tonight. Now you have a president who is giving you what you want. So, let's see how you respond. America is backing you with overwhelming strength and devastating strength.” Trump also warned the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the armed forces and all of the police to lay down or face death. “To the Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the armed forces and all of the police, I say tonight that you must all lay down your weapons and have complete immunity, or in the alternative, face certain death. So, lay down your arms, you will be treated fairly with total immunity, or you will face certain death.” Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian Supreme Leader, are unknown after Israel, allegedly in a joint move with the United States, carried out a targeted preemptive strike near his headquarters in Tehran. It remains uncertain whether Khamenei was at his headquarters during the strike or if he sustained injuries from it. Citing an Iranian official, Reuters reported that the supreme leader was moved to a secure location.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 28) announced that American forces have started ‘major combat operations’ against Iran.

‘Bombs will be dropping everywhere’: Trump tells Iranians to take over govt ‘when we are finished’

A potential fall of the Iranian regime following US strikes could significantly benefit Saudi Arabia. Analysts point to increased security, the collapse of hostile proxy networks, and a boost for Vision 2030. Such a shift would likely cement Riyadh’s dominance in the region.

A potential fall of the Iranian regime following US strikes could significantly benefit Saudi Arabia. Analysts point to increased security, the collapse of hostile proxy networks, and a boost for Vision 2030. Such a shift would likely cement Riyadh’s dominance in the region.

How Saudi Arabia could benefit from US strikes if they lead to the fall of the Iranian regime

Iran on Saturday (Jul 12) said that it would resume nuclear talks with the United States if there was a guarantee of no more attacks on the Islamic Republic. In a speech to Tehran-based foreign diplomats, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Iran was ready for the talks, but added that “assurance should be provided that in case of a resumption of talks, the trend will not lead to war.” He added that the deal must also respect Tehran’s right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. Araghchi further said that cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, which was suspended following the US strikes, “will take on a new form”.&nbsp;Speaking of Israel’s 12-day military operations that targeted Iran’s key nuclear and military sites, and the US strikes on June 22, Tehran’s foreign minister said that is the US and other nations wish to resume talks with Iran, “there should be a firm guarantee that such actions will not be repeated.” He added, “The attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities has made it more difficult and complicated to achieve a solution based on negotiations.”&nbsp;<h2>Iran ‘ready’ for talks</h2>&nbsp;Araghchi further said, “The Islamic Republic of Iran remains ready to build this confidence through diplomacy but, before that, our counterparts must convince us that they want diplomacy and not that diplomacy is a cover for other goals and objectives they have.”&nbsp;He added that details of a possible resumption of talks with the US were being reviewed. This included time, location, form, ingredients, and assurances required for negotiations.&nbsp;“If negotiations are held... the subject of the negotiations will be only nuclear and creating confidence in Iran’s nuclear programme in return for the lifting of sanctions,” Araghchi told diplomats in Tehran. “No other issues will be subject to negotiation.”&nbsp;He warned that a so-called snapback of UN sanctions could end Europe’s involvement in the issue of Tehran’s nuclear programme. As per a clause in the 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran and global powers, the UN can reimpose sanctions in case Tehran breaches the deal.&nbsp;<h2>Cooperation with IAEA will take ‘new form’</h2>&nbsp;Following the US strikes on Iran, Tehran suspended its ties with the International Atomic Energy Agency. Araghchi said that Iran’s cooperation with the agency has not stopped, “but will take on a new form.” He added that requests to monitor nuclear sites “will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis... taking into account safety and security issues.”&nbsp;<h2>Nuclear deal must respect ‘right’ to enrichment</h2>&nbsp;The foreign minister insisted that any new nuclear deal must respect its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. “I would like to emphasise that in any negotiated solution, the rights of the Iranian people on the nuclear issue, including the right to enrichment, must be respected,” he said. “We will not have any agreement in which enrichment is not included.”

The foreign minister insisted that any new nuclear deal must respect its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.

Iran on Saturday (Jul 12) said that it would resume nuclear talks with the United States if there was a guarantee of no more attacks on the Islamic Republic. In a speech to Tehran-based foreign diplomats, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Iran was ready for the talks, but added that “assurance should be provided that in case of a resumption of talks, the trend will not lead to war.” He added that the deal must also respect Tehran’s right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. Araghchi further said that cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, which was suspended following the US strikes, “will take on a new form”. Speaking of Israel’s 12-day military operations that targeted Iran’s key nuclear and military sites, and the US strikes on June 22, Tehran’s foreign minister said that is the US and other nations wish to resume talks with Iran, “there should be a firm guarantee that such actions will not be repeated.” He added, “The attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities has made it more difficult and complicated to achieve a solution based on negotiations.” Iran ‘ready’ for talks Araghchi further said, “The Islamic Republic of Iran remains ready to build this confidence through diplomacy but, before that, our counterparts must convince us that they want diplomacy and not that diplomacy is a cover for other goals and objectives they have.” He added that details of a possible resumption of talks with the US were being reviewed. This included time, location, form, ingredients, and assurances required for negotiations. “If negotiations are held... the subject of the negotiations will be only nuclear and creating confidence in Iran’s nuclear programme in return for the lifting of sanctions,” Araghchi told diplomats in Tehran. “No other issues will be subject to negotiation.” He warned that a so-called snapback of UN sanctions could end Europe’s involvement in the issue of Tehran’s nuclear programme. As per a clause in the 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran and global powers, the UN can reimpose sanctions in case Tehran breaches the deal. Cooperation with IAEA will take ‘new form’ Following the US strikes on Iran, Tehran suspended its ties with the International Atomic Energy Agency. Araghchi said that Iran’s cooperation with the agency has not stopped, “but will take on a new form.” He added that requests to monitor nuclear sites “will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis... taking into account safety and security issues.” Nuclear deal must respect ‘right’ to enrichment The foreign minister insisted that any new nuclear deal must respect its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. “I would like to emphasise that in any negotiated solution, the rights of the Iranian people on the nuclear issue, including the right to enrichment, must be respected,” he said. “We will not have any agreement in which enrichment is not included.”

The foreign minister insisted that any new nuclear deal must respect its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.

‘Assurance should be provided’: Iran ‘ready’ to resume nuclear talks with US on THIS condition

The United States Air Force deployed seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on a non-stop 37-hour round trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Iranian territory and back for its operation HAMMER targeting Iranian nuclear sites.Over 125 aircraft supported the mission, including bombers, surveillance aircraft, fighter escorts and aerial refueling tankers. But it was the B-2s, worth around $2 billion each, that led the charge, each carrying “bunker buster” bombs designed to penetrate deeply buried nuclear facilities.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-zelensky-wants-it-what-is-patriot-missile-trump-plans-to-send-most-advanced-us-air-defence-system-to-ukraine-1750870908826">‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot&nbsp;missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine</a><h2>How expensive was it?</h2>Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon. With each bomber flying for 37 hours, the cost per aircraft came to $2.405 million. Since seven B-2 bombers were used in the mission, the total estimated cost for the operation was around $16.83 million, just for the B-2s alone. That figure doesn’t include the cost of support aircraft, fuel, weapons or logistics.<h2>What are the B-2 Bombers?</h2>The B-2 is a long-range stealth bomber developed by Northrop Grumman. It is designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons while avoiding detection by enemy radar systems. The aircraft features a flying wing shape and uses composite materials and radar-absorbing coatings to minimise its radar signature.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-sleep-studies-nutritional-education-what-b-2-bomber-pilots-eat-and-do-before-flying-for-long-missions-1750789118034">'Sleep studies, nutritional education': What B-2 Bomber pilots eat and do before flying for long missions?</a>According to a recent Congressional Research Service report, the B-2 remains the only aircraft capable of carrying the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (GBU-57), a 30,000-pound bomb built to destroy hardened underground bunkers.<h2>Key specifications of the B-2 bomber</h2>• Crew: 2 pilots• Wingspan: 172 feet• Length: 69 feet• Weight: 160,000 pounds• Weapon loadout: Can carry two GBU-57 “bunker buster” bombs

Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per Pentagon.

The United States Air Force deployed seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on a non-stop 37-hour round trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Iranian territory and back for its operation HAMMER targeting Iranian nuclear sites. Over 125 aircraft supported the mission, including bombers, surveillance aircraft, fighter escorts and aerial refueling tankers. But it was the B-2s, worth around $2 billion each, that led the charge, each carrying “bunker buster” bombs designed to penetrate deeply buried nuclear facilities. Also read: ‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine How expensive was it? Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon. With each bomber flying for 37 hours, the cost per aircraft came to $2.405 million. Since seven B-2 bombers were used in the mission, the total estimated cost for the operation was around $16.83 million, just for the B-2s alone. That figure doesn’t include the cost of support aircraft, fuel, weapons or logistics. What are the B-2 Bombers? The B-2 is a long-range stealth bomber developed by Northrop Grumman. It is designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons while avoiding detection by enemy radar systems. The aircraft features a flying wing shape and uses composite materials and radar-absorbing coatings to minimise its radar signature. Also read: 'Sleep studies, nutritional education': What B-2 Bomber pilots eat and do before flying for long missions? According to a recent Congressional Research Service report, the B-2 remains the only aircraft capable of carrying the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (GBU-57), a 30,000-pound bomb built to destroy hardened underground bunkers. Key specifications of the B-2 bomber • Crew: 2 pilots • Wingspan: 172 feet • Length: 69 feet • Weight: 160,000 pounds • Weapon loadout: Can carry two GBU-57 “bunker buster” bombs

Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon.

Seven B-2 bombers, 37 hours, MILLIONS spent: How much did US spend on B-2 bomber mission against Iran?

US President Donald Trump has suggested that further American strikes on Iran are possible if the country resumes work on its nuclear programme. His comments came during the NATO Summit in The Hague on Wednesday (June 25).When asked whether the United States would strike again if Iran tried to rebuild its nuclear sites, Trump said, “Sure.”Trump's comments come following a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel, which ended after a US-brokered ceasefire.<h2>US says Iran’s nuclear sites were targeted</h2>The United States launched airstrikes on Saturday targeting three major Iranian nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. These locations were believed to be key components of Iran’s nuclear programme. Bunker-buster bombs were used to attack the underground facilities.<h2>Rubio claims sites have vanished from the map</h2>US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed the strikes had erased the sites entirely. “The Iranian nuclear facilities can’t be found on the map,” he said, insisting that they had been completely wiped out by B-2 bombers.A preliminary intelligence assessment suggested that the strikes had not destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities, but merely set the programme back by a few months. Asked about these findings, Trump responded, “They really don’t know.” He said that US intelligence had underestimated the success of the strike.Following the bombing of its nuclear sites, Iran fired missiles at a US military base in Qatar. Trump later said that Tehran had warned the US in advance, allowing American forces to avoid casualties.

The United States launched airstrikes on Saturday targeting three major Iranian nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. 

US President Donald Trump has suggested that further American strikes on Iran are possible if the country resumes work on its nuclear programme. His comments came during the NATO Summit in The Hague on Wednesday (June 25). When asked whether the United States would strike again if Iran tried to rebuild its nuclear sites, Trump said, “Sure.” Trump's comments come following a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel, which ended after a US-brokered ceasefire. US says Iran’s nuclear sites were targeted The United States launched airstrikes on Saturday targeting three major Iranian nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. These locations were believed to be key components of Iran’s nuclear programme. Bunker-buster bombs were used to attack the underground facilities. Rubio claims sites have vanished from the map US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed the strikes had erased the sites entirely. “The Iranian nuclear facilities can’t be found on the map,” he said, insisting that they had been completely wiped out by B-2 bombers. A preliminary intelligence assessment suggested that the strikes had not destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities, but merely set the programme back by a few months. Asked about these findings, Trump responded, “They really don’t know.” He said that US intelligence had underestimated the success of the strike. Following the bombing of its nuclear sites, Iran fired missiles at a US military base in Qatar. Trump later said that Tehran had warned the US in advance, allowing American forces to avoid casualties.

The United States launched airstrikes on Saturday targeting three major Iranian nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan.&nbsp;

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The United States launched airstrikes on three key nuclear facilities in Iran, Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow. President Donald Trump confirmed that the strike was “very successful” and involved the use of B-2 bombers and bunker-buster bombs to target Iran’s nuclear sites.

The United States launched airstrikes on three key nuclear facilities in Iran, Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow. President Donald Trump confirmed that the strike was “very successful” and involved the use of B-2 bombers and bunker-buster bombs to target Iran’s nuclear sites.

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Iran has warned that the United States has expanded the list of legitimate targets by striking Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend and accused US President Donald Trump of inflaming tensions by backing Israel’s military campaign. “Mr Trump, the gambler, you may start this war, but we will be the ones to end it,” said Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military command, in a video statement delivered in English on Monday.Since the US airstrikes on Sunday, Iran has continued to fire missiles at Israel, but has so far avoided direct confrontation with the United States, despite repeated threats.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-18-hour-flight-mid-air-refuellings-how-us-fooled-iran-with-decoy-b-2-bombers-and-hit-three-nuclear-facilities-1750682313639">'18-hour flight, mid-air refuellings': How US fooled Iran with 'decoy' B-2 bombers and hit three nuclear facilities</a><h2>Trump calls airstrike a ‘Bullseye’, hints at regime change</h2>President Trump praised the strikes on social media, calling them a “Bullseye!!!” and claiming that “monumental damage was done to all Nuclear sites in Iran,” especially “far below ground level.”Although the White House has stated the goal is only to dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities, Trump appeared to go further on Sunday, suggesting that regime change might be a natural consequence.“It’s not politically correct to use the term, ‘Regime Change,’ but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!” he posted.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-and-iran-s-secret-cyber-war-how-tehran-tel-aviv-are-waging-war-online-and-why-us-is-in-the-crossfire-1750610574082">Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire?</a><h2>Nuclear facility may be destroyed, says satellite analysis</h2>Commercial satellite images analysed by experts suggest that the US strikes caused serious damage to Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility, which is built deep within a mountain. The site may have been destroyed along with the centrifuges used to enrich uranium, although this has yet to be independently confirmed.Fordow was one of three key targets struck by US bunker-busting bombs in what has become the largest coordinated strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure to date.Iran claims that over 400 people, mostly civilians, have been killed in Israeli attacks. In response, Iran launched missile strikes that killed 24 Israeli civilians and injured hundreds more, marking the first time Iranian missiles have pierced Israeli defences in such large numbers.<h2>Strait of Hormuz under threat as oil prices fluctuate</h2>Iran’s parliament has approved a proposal to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel through which 20% of the world’s oil flows, although final approval lies with the Supreme National Security Council. Any attempt to close the strait could trigger a global oil crisis and a direct military clash with the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, which is based in nearby Bahrain.Oil prices spiked briefly on Monday, hitting their highest point since January, before settling. Brent crude futures fell 0.5% to $76.64 a barrel by 8:30 am GMT, after climbing above $80 at market open.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned, “It’s economic suicide for them if they do it. And we retain options to deal with that.”

Since the US airstrikes on Sunday, Iran has continued to fire missiles at Israel, but has so far avoided direct confrontation with the United States, despite repeated threats.

Iran has warned that the United States has expanded the list of legitimate targets by striking Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend and accused US President Donald Trump of inflaming tensions by backing Israel’s military campaign. “Mr Trump, the gambler, you may start this war, but we will be the ones to end it,” said Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military command, in a video statement delivered in English on Monday. Since the US airstrikes on Sunday, Iran has continued to fire missiles at Israel, but has so far avoided direct confrontation with the United States, despite repeated threats. Also read: '18-hour flight, mid-air refuellings': How US fooled Iran with 'decoy' B-2 bombers and hit three nuclear facilities Trump calls airstrike a ‘Bullseye’, hints at regime change President Trump praised the strikes on social media, calling them a “Bullseye!!!” and claiming that “monumental damage was done to all Nuclear sites in Iran,” especially “far below ground level.” Although the White House has stated the goal is only to dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities, Trump appeared to go further on Sunday, suggesting that regime change might be a natural consequence. “It’s not politically correct to use the term, ‘Regime Change,’ but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!” he posted. Also read: Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire? Nuclear facility may be destroyed, says satellite analysis Commercial satellite images analysed by experts suggest that the US strikes caused serious damage to Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility, which is built deep within a mountain. The site may have been destroyed along with the centrifuges used to enrich uranium, although this has yet to be independently confirmed. Fordow was one of three key targets struck by US bunker-busting bombs in what has become the largest coordinated strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure to date. Iran claims that over 400 people, mostly civilians, have been killed in Israeli attacks. In response, Iran launched missile strikes that killed 24 Israeli civilians and injured hundreds more, marking the first time Iranian missiles have pierced Israeli defences in such large numbers. Strait of Hormuz under threat as oil prices fluctuate Iran’s parliament has approved a proposal to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel through which 20% of the world’s oil flows, although final approval lies with the Supreme National Security Council. Any attempt to close the strait could trigger a global oil crisis and a direct military clash with the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, which is based in nearby Bahrain. Oil prices spiked briefly on Monday, hitting their highest point since January, before settling. Brent crude futures fell 0.5% to $76.64 a barrel by 8:30 am GMT, after climbing above $80 at market open. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned, “It’s economic suicide for them if they do it. And we retain options to deal with that.”

Since the US airstrikes on Sunday, Iran has continued to fire missiles at Israel, but has so far avoided direct confrontation with the United States, despite repeated threats.

'Trump, the gambler…': Iran threatens US after Trump’s ‘bullseye’ strike on nuclear sites; says 'we will end' this war

US President Donald Trump has said he is still open to diplomacy with Iran but questioned why the Iranian people shouldn’t remove their government if it refuses to negotiate. His comments came after American B-2 bombers struck three of Iran’s key nuclear sites over the weekend.Speaking on Fox News, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “If the Iranian regime refuses to come to a peaceful diplomatic solution, which the president is still interested and engaging in, by the way, why shouldn’t the Iranian people take away the power of this incredibly violent regime that has been suppressing them for decades?”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-18-hour-flight-mid-air-refuellings-how-us-fooled-iran-with-decoy-b-2-bombers-and-hit-three-nuclear-facilities-1750682313639">'18-hour flight, mid-air refuellings': How US fooled Iran with 'decoy' B-2 bombers and hit three nuclear facilities</a><h2>Trump contradicts officials with ‘regime change’ post</h2>Although senior US officials have consistently said that regime change is not the aim of American policy, Trump posted on social media Sunday, “Why wouldn’t there be a Regime change???”The strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities marked a major escalation in US involvement in the conflict, with Washington now backing Israel’s campaign to shut down Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-and-iran-s-secret-cyber-war-how-tehran-tel-aviv-are-waging-war-online-and-why-us-is-in-the-crossfire-1750610574082">Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire?</a><h2>White House confident Iran’s nuclear sites are destroyed</h2>Leavitt also backed Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear sites had been “completely and totally obliterated.” She told Good Morning America, “We are confident, yes, that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely and totally obliterated, as the president said in his address to the nation on Saturday night.”She added, “We have a high degree of confidence that where those strikes took place is where Iran’s enriched uranium was stored.” Leavitt insisted the president would not have approved the strikes unless he believed they would be effective.<h2>IAEA chief says Iran’s uranium stockpile unaccounted for</h2>Rafael Grossi, who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said the agency cannot confirm where Iran’s near-weapons-grade nuclear material is currently located. He has called for inspectors to be allowed back into Iran to examine the impact of the strikes and assess the situation on the ground. Speaking to CNN, Grossi noted that Iran has roughly 400 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60%, close to the 90% required to make a nuclear bomb.General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said on Monday it was still “way too early” to determine whether Iran’s nuclear capabilities had been entirely eliminated. He said assessments were ongoing and that further analysis would be needed in the&nbsp;coming&nbsp;days.

Leavitt also backed Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear sites had been “completely and totally obliterated.” She told Good Morning America, “We are confident, yes, that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely and totally obliterated.”

US President Donald Trump has said he is still open to diplomacy with Iran but questioned why the Iranian people shouldn’t remove their government if it refuses to negotiate. His comments came after American B-2 bombers struck three of Iran’s key nuclear sites over the weekend. Speaking on Fox News, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “If the Iranian regime refuses to come to a peaceful diplomatic solution, which the president is still interested and engaging in, by the way, why shouldn’t the Iranian people take away the power of this incredibly violent regime that has been suppressing them for decades?” Also read: '18-hour flight, mid-air refuellings': How US fooled Iran with 'decoy' B-2 bombers and hit three nuclear facilities Trump contradicts officials with ‘regime change’ post Although senior US officials have consistently said that regime change is not the aim of American policy, Trump posted on social media Sunday, “Why wouldn’t there be a Regime change???” The strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities marked a major escalation in US involvement in the conflict, with Washington now backing Israel’s campaign to shut down Tehran’s nuclear ambitions. Also read: Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire? White House confident Iran’s nuclear sites are destroyed Leavitt also backed Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear sites had been “completely and totally obliterated.” She told Good Morning America, “We are confident, yes, that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely and totally obliterated, as the president said in his address to the nation on Saturday night.” She added, “We have a high degree of confidence that where those strikes took place is where Iran’s enriched uranium was stored.” Leavitt insisted the president would not have approved the strikes unless he believed they would be effective. IAEA chief says Iran’s uranium stockpile unaccounted for Rafael Grossi, who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said the agency cannot confirm where Iran’s near-weapons-grade nuclear material is currently located. He has called for inspectors to be allowed back into Iran to examine the impact of the strikes and assess the situation on the ground. Speaking to CNN, Grossi noted that Iran has roughly 400 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60%, close to the 90% required to make a nuclear bomb. General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said on Monday it was still “way too early” to determine whether Iran’s nuclear capabilities had been entirely eliminated. He said assessments were ongoing and that further analysis would be needed in the coming days.

Leavitt also backed Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear sites had been “completely and totally obliterated.” She told Good Morning America, “We are confident, yes, that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely and totally obliterated.”

'Take away power of this regime': Trump 'still interested' in Iran diplomacy but asks why Iranians don’t overthrow 'violent' regime

An 18-hour flight each way, multiple mid-air refuellings, and clever diversions, this is what the US did to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities. The mission, known as Operation Midnight Hammer, relied on misdirection and stealth to ensure maximum impact with minimum detection.<h2>A false trail: B-2s seen heading towards the Pacific</h2>On Saturday, a formation of B-2 stealth bombers took off from their base in Missouri. Observers spotted them flying toward Guam, a US territory in the Pacific. It appeared the US was signalling a strike was coming, just not immediately. But this flight was a decoy, meant to draw attention away from the real mission.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-and-iran-s-secret-cyber-war-how-tehran-tel-aviv-are-waging-war-online-and-why-us-is-in-the-crossfire-1750610574082">Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire?</a>While the world watched the Pacific, seven other B-2 bombers quietly flew east on an 18-hour mission toward Iran. Keeping radio silence, flying under radar, and refuelling mid-air, these aircraft remained undetected. US fighter jets also played a role in the deception, flying ahead of the stealth bombers to draw out enemy defences.As the bombers approached Iranian airspace, a US submarine fired over two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles to disable critical air defences. Within minutes, the B-2s dropped 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators, each weighing 30,000 pounds, on Iran’s key nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-fordow-still-not-completely-obliterated-after-being-hit-by-us-bunker-busters-here-s-what-israeli-and-us-intelligence-reveal-1750613456192">Iran's Fordow still not 'completely obliterated' after being hit by US bunker-busters? Here's what Israeli and US intelligence reveal</a><h2>Largest-ever B-2 mission went undetected</h2>The operation marked the largest-ever coordinated B-2 strike and the second-longest B-2 flight in history, second only to post-9/11 missions. The Pentagon confirmed that more than 125 aircraft supported the effort. General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Iran did not detect the bombers. “Iran’s fighters did not fly, and it appears that Iran’s surface-to-air missile systems did not see us throughout the mission. We retained the element of surprise,” he said.<h2>Trump posted about mission before officials were briefed</h2>The operation’s secrecy was so tight that even top officials in Washington weren’t informed in advance. “Very few people knew the timing or nature of the plan,” Caine told reporters, adding that many only learnt of the mission after President Donald Trump announced it on social media late Saturday night. The US airstrikes followed an earlier barrage of missiles fired by Israel under Operation Rising Lion.Commercial satellite images shared by Reuters showed signs of major destruction at Iran’s underground Fordow nuclear facility. Experts said the deeply buried site and the equipment used for uranium enrichment may have been seriously damaged, though the extent is still unclear.Initial assessments suggested that all three nuclear sites targeted by the US had sustained significant damage. However, General Caine declined to say whether Iran’s nuclear programme had been fully dismantled.Following the US attack, Iran launched a missile assault on Israel. The strikes injured dozens and caused widespread destruction in Tel Aviv, leaving several buildings in ruins. Iran maintains that its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes only.

While the world watched the Pacific, seven other B-2 bombers quietly flew east on an 18-hour mission toward Iran. Keeping radio silence, flying under radar, and refuelling mid-air, these aircraft remained undetected.

An 18-hour flight each way, multiple mid-air refuellings, and clever diversions, this is what the US did to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities. The mission, known as Operation Midnight Hammer, relied on misdirection and stealth to ensure maximum impact with minimum detection. A false trail: B-2s seen heading towards the Pacific On Saturday, a formation of B-2 stealth bombers took off from their base in Missouri. Observers spotted them flying toward Guam, a US territory in the Pacific. It appeared the US was signalling a strike was coming, just not immediately. But this flight was a decoy, meant to draw attention away from the real mission. Also read: Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire? While the world watched the Pacific, seven other B-2 bombers quietly flew east on an 18-hour mission toward Iran. Keeping radio silence, flying under radar, and refuelling mid-air, these aircraft remained undetected. US fighter jets also played a role in the deception, flying ahead of the stealth bombers to draw out enemy defences. As the bombers approached Iranian airspace, a US submarine fired over two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles to disable critical air defences. Within minutes, the B-2s dropped 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators, each weighing 30,000 pounds, on Iran’s key nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Also read: Iran's Fordow still not 'completely obliterated' after being hit by US bunker-busters? Here's what Israeli and US intelligence reveal Largest-ever B-2 mission went undetected The operation marked the largest-ever coordinated B-2 strike and the second-longest B-2 flight in history, second only to post-9/11 missions. The Pentagon confirmed that more than 125 aircraft supported the effort. General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Iran did not detect the bombers. “Iran’s fighters did not fly, and it appears that Iran’s surface-to-air missile systems did not see us throughout the mission. We retained the element of surprise,” he said. Trump posted about mission before officials were briefed The operation’s secrecy was so tight that even top officials in Washington weren’t informed in advance. “Very few people knew the timing or nature of the plan,” Caine told reporters, adding that many only learnt of the mission after President Donald Trump announced it on social media late Saturday night. The US airstrikes followed an earlier barrage of missiles fired by Israel under Operation Rising Lion. Commercial satellite images shared by Reuters showed signs of major destruction at Iran’s underground Fordow nuclear facility. Experts said the deeply buried site and the equipment used for uranium enrichment may have been seriously damaged, though the extent is still unclear. Initial assessments suggested that all three nuclear sites targeted by the US had sustained significant damage. However, General Caine declined to say whether Iran’s nuclear programme had been fully dismantled. Following the US attack, Iran launched a missile assault on Israel. The strikes injured dozens and caused widespread destruction in Tel Aviv, leaving several buildings in ruins. Iran maintains that its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes only.

While the world watched the Pacific, seven other B-2 bombers quietly flew east on an 18-hour mission toward Iran. Keeping radio silence, flying under radar, and refuelling mid-air, these aircraft remained undetected.

'18-hour flight, mid-air refuellings': How US fooled Iran with 'decoy' B-2 bombers and hit three nuclear facilities

While missiles and drones dominate headlines in the Israel-Iran conflict, a parallel war is being fought in cyberspace. Behind the scenes, both countries have been launching cyberattacks on each other, and now, officials are warning that the United States could soon be caught in the crossfire. Following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, intelligence and military agencies are bracing for possible retaliatory cyber attacks targeting American infrastructure.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-many-times-has-the-us-used-the-b-2-bomber-every-mission-explained-1750676422903">How many times has the US used the B-2 bomber? Every mission&nbsp;explained</a><h2>US warns of cyber threats to critical systems</h2>On Sunday, the National Terrorism Advisory System issued a public warning about Iranian threats. These include potential attacks on “poorly secured US networks and Internet-connected devices.”&nbsp;“Low-level cyber attacks against US networks by pro-Iranian hacktivists are likely,” the advisory said, adding that actors “affiliated with the Iranian government may conduct attacks against US networks.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-iran-anticipate-the-us-strike-satellite-images-hint-tehran-secretly-shifted-enriched-uranium-before-us-bombs-hit-fordow-1750614164833">Did Iran anticipate US strike? Satellite images hint Tehran secretly shifted enriched uranium before US bombs hit Fordow</a>General Dan Caine, Chair of the Joint Chiefs, confirmed that US Cyber Command had been involved in the recent strikes on Iran but did not provide details. Both Cyber Command and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) declined to comment further.Last week, security agencies and infrastructure leaders urged companies to improve their cyber defences. Former CISA Director Jen Easterly said on LinkedIn that organisations must be prepared: “Shields up.”She added that Iran has a proven history of launching cyber attacks on civilian infrastructure, including “water systems, financial institutions, energy pipelines, government networks, and more.”<h2>Iran and Israel’s long-running digital rivalry</h2>Iran and Israel, both known for their cyber capabilities, have been trading blows online since at least 2023, after the Hamas attacks in October of that year. In one 2023 incident, an Iranian group hacked an Israeli hospital and leaked patient data. An Israeli group later retaliated by shutting down large parts of Iran’s fuel network.While both countries are active in cyber warfare, analysts say Israel holds the upper hand. “The Iranians … are good, they are emerging, but I don’t think they’re at the level of the Israelis or Americans,” analyst Alex Vatanka said.Over the past week, pro-Israeli hackers have intensified their attacks. The group known as Predatory Sparrow claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Iran’s Bank Sepah, which disrupted customer accounts. They also took credit for stealing about $90 million from Nobitex, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, and posted the exchange’s source code online.Iranian state TV channels were also hit. Footage circulated online showed anti-regime messages being broadcast, reportedly the result of cyber intrusions. In response, the Iranian government cut off access to the internet across much of the country, with the blackout still in place on Sunday. “They suspect that there is maybe an attempt to mobilise public attention,” Vatanka said.<h2>Iranian leaders ditch digital devices</h2>Iranian officials have reportedly been told to stop using internet-connected or telecommunication devices to avoid further surveillance and disruptions. In a related episode last year, thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah exploded across Lebanon, injuring many.On Saturday, Israel’s National Cyber Directorate advised its citizens abroad not to fill out suspicious forms online, citing efforts by Iranian hackers to gather intelligence. At the same time, Israeli officials say Iran is once again trying to hack into internet-connected cameras for espionage purposes.John Hultquist, lead analyst at Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, posted on X that Iran frequently employs cyber tactics to exert psychological pressure. “I’m most concerned about cyber espionage against our leaders and surveillance aided by compromises in travel, hospitality, telecommunications, and other sectors,” he warned.

Iran and Israel, both known for their cyber capabilities, have been trading blows online since at least 2023, after the Hamas attacks in October of that year. In one 2023 incident, an Iranian group hacked an Israeli hospital and leaked patient data.

While missiles and drones dominate headlines in the Israel-Iran conflict, a parallel war is being fought in cyberspace. Behind the scenes, both countries have been launching cyberattacks on each other, and now, officials are warning that the United States could soon be caught in the crossfire. Following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, intelligence and military agencies are bracing for possible retaliatory cyber attacks targeting American infrastructure. Also read: How many times has the US used the B-2 bomber? Every mission explained US warns of cyber threats to critical systems On Sunday, the National Terrorism Advisory System issued a public warning about Iranian threats. These include potential attacks on “poorly secured US networks and Internet-connected devices.” “Low-level cyber attacks against US networks by pro-Iranian hacktivists are likely,” the advisory said, adding that actors “affiliated with the Iranian government may conduct attacks against US networks.” Also read: Did Iran anticipate US strike? Satellite images hint Tehran secretly shifted enriched uranium before US bombs hit Fordow General Dan Caine, Chair of the Joint Chiefs, confirmed that US Cyber Command had been involved in the recent strikes on Iran but did not provide details. Both Cyber Command and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) declined to comment further. Last week, security agencies and infrastructure leaders urged companies to improve their cyber defences. Former CISA Director Jen Easterly said on LinkedIn that organisations must be prepared: “Shields up.” She added that Iran has a proven history of launching cyber attacks on civilian infrastructure, including “water systems, financial institutions, energy pipelines, government networks, and more.” Iran and Israel’s long-running digital rivalry Iran and Israel, both known for their cyber capabilities, have been trading blows online since at least 2023, after the Hamas attacks in October of that year. In one 2023 incident, an Iranian group hacked an Israeli hospital and leaked patient data. An Israeli group later retaliated by shutting down large parts of Iran’s fuel network. While both countries are active in cyber warfare, analysts say Israel holds the upper hand. “The Iranians … are good, they are emerging, but I don’t think they’re at the level of the Israelis or Americans,” analyst Alex Vatanka said. Over the past week, pro-Israeli hackers have intensified their attacks. The group known as Predatory Sparrow claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Iran’s Bank Sepah, which disrupted customer accounts. They also took credit for stealing about $90 million from Nobitex, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, and posted the exchange’s source code online. Iranian state TV channels were also hit. Footage circulated online showed anti-regime messages being broadcast, reportedly the result of cyber intrusions. In response, the Iranian government cut off access to the internet across much of the country, with the blackout still in place on Sunday. “They suspect that there is maybe an attempt to mobilise public attention,” Vatanka said. Iranian leaders ditch digital devices Iranian officials have reportedly been told to stop using internet-connected or telecommunication devices to avoid further surveillance and disruptions. In a related episode last year, thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah exploded across Lebanon, injuring many. On Saturday, Israel’s National Cyber Directorate advised its citizens abroad not to fill out suspicious forms online, citing efforts by Iranian hackers to gather intelligence. At the same time, Israeli officials say Iran is once again trying to hack into internet-connected cameras for espionage purposes. John Hultquist, lead analyst at Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, posted on X that Iran frequently employs cyber tactics to exert psychological pressure. “I’m most concerned about cyber espionage against our leaders and surveillance aided by compromises in travel, hospitality, telecommunications, and other sectors,” he warned.

Iran and Israel, both known for their cyber capabilities, have been trading blows online since at least 2023, after the Hamas attacks in October of that year. In one 2023 incident, an Iranian group hacked an Israeli hospital and leaked patient data.

Israel and Iran’s secret cyber war: How Tehran, Tel Aviv are waging war online and why US is in the crossfire?

President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 22) claimed that US air raids had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s enrichment facilities. Yet, experts and officials remain cautious about the actual ground impact and the long-term damage to Iran’s nuclear programme.<h2>Does Iran still have its enriched uranium?</h2>An adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Shamkhani, insisted that Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile is intact, despite the strikes. In a post on X, he said, “Even if nuclear sites are destroyed, the game isn’t over, enriched materials, indigenous knowledge, and politics will remain. … Surprises will continue!”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-fordow-still-not-completely-obliterated-after-being-hit-by-us-bunker-busters-here-s-what-israeli-and-us-intelligence-reveal-1750613456192">Iran's Fordow still not 'completely obliterated' after being hit by US bunker-busters? Here's what Israeli and US intelligence reveal</a>Similarly, Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman for Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation, said, “They should know that this industry has roots in our country and the roots of this national industry cannot be destroyed. Of course, we have suffered damage, but this is not the first time that the industry has suffered damage.”<h2>Is there evidence they moved uranium before the strike?</h2>Iran claims it evacuated key facilities days before the US bombardment. Satellite images reportedly show 16 cargo trucks near the main tunnel at Fordow, suggesting they may have hauled out uranium or other equipment. The Open Source Centre in London also analyses such unusual activity as preparation for an imminent attack. Hassan Abedini, deputy political head of Iran’s state media, said all enriched uranium had been cleared from Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow, meaning there were no radioactive materials left to be struck.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-how-much-damage-did-us-strikes-cause-to-iran-s-fordow-nuclear-site-here-s-what-satellite-images-reveal-1750610564427">In Pics: How much damage did US strikes cause to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site? Here's what satellite images reveal</a><h2>Does Iran have other hidden enrichment sites?</h2>Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation a few days ago said that they have another “secure and invulnerable location” housing centrifuges.

Iran claims it evacuated key facilities days before the US bombardment. Satellite images reportedly show 16 cargo trucks near the main tunnel at Fordow, suggesting they may have hauled out uranium or other equipment.

President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 22) claimed that US air raids had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s enrichment facilities. Yet, experts and officials remain cautious about the actual ground impact and the long-term damage to Iran’s nuclear programme. Does Iran still have its enriched uranium? An adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Shamkhani, insisted that Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile is intact, despite the strikes. In a post on X, he said, “Even if nuclear sites are destroyed, the game isn’t over, enriched materials, indigenous knowledge, and politics will remain. … Surprises will continue!” Also read: Iran's Fordow still not 'completely obliterated' after being hit by US bunker-busters? Here's what Israeli and US intelligence reveal Similarly, Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman for Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation, said, “They should know that this industry has roots in our country and the roots of this national industry cannot be destroyed. Of course, we have suffered damage, but this is not the first time that the industry has suffered damage.” Is there evidence they moved uranium before the strike? Iran claims it evacuated key facilities days before the US bombardment. Satellite images reportedly show 16 cargo trucks near the main tunnel at Fordow, suggesting they may have hauled out uranium or other equipment. The Open Source Centre in London also analyses such unusual activity as preparation for an imminent attack. Hassan Abedini, deputy political head of Iran’s state media, said all enriched uranium had been cleared from Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow, meaning there were no radioactive materials left to be struck. Also read: In Pics: How much damage did US strikes cause to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site? Here's what satellite images reveal Does Iran have other hidden enrichment sites? Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation a few days ago said that they have another “secure and invulnerable location” housing centrifuges.

Iran claims it evacuated key facilities days before the US bombardment. Satellite images reportedly show 16 cargo trucks near the main tunnel at Fordow, suggesting they may have hauled out uranium or other equipment.

Did Iran anticipate US strike? Satellite images hint Tehran secretly shifted enriched uranium before US bombs hit Fordow

President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 22) declared the overnight US airstrikes on Iran a “success,” claiming that Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely and totally obliterated.” However, new satellite imagery and early intelligence assessments paint a more cautious picture.Among the primary targets of the US strikes was Fordow, Iran’s most fortified nuclear site. The Pentagon confirmed that 30,000-pound bunker-busting bombs were used in the operation, targeting three nuclear facilities, including Fordow.<h2>Israeli intelligence sees serious damage, but not total destruction</h2>According to two Israeli officials quoted by The New York Times, the Fordow site sustained serious damage but has not been fully destroyed. Their early analysis is based on Israeli satellite images and aerial surveillance, which suggest Iran may have moved uranium and sensitive equipment out of the facility shortly before the strikes. The officials said the presence of 16 cargo trucks near the site before the attack indicates Iran was likely preparing for a possible hit. It’s still unclear what was removed.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-how-much-damage-did-us-strikes-cause-to-iran-s-fordow-nuclear-site-here-s-what-satellite-images-reveal-1750610564427">In Pics: How much damage did US strikes cause to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site? Here's what satellite images reveal</a><h2>What do US officials say?</h2>A senior US official also confirmed that Fordow was not wiped out, but said it had been “severely damaged” and taken off the table. While some initial reports suggested that even 12 bunker-buster bombs might not be enough to destroy Fordow due to its deep underground structure, the Pentagon is still assessing the extent of the impact.Speaking at a press briefing, Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, echoed the President’s optimism but said it was “too soon to say whether Iran retained some nuclear capability.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-b-2-bombers-tomahawk-missiles-and-125-jets-what-weapons-did-us-use-to-bomb-iran-s-fordow-natanz-and-esfahan-nuclear-sites-1750597370320">'B-2 Bombers, Tomahawk missiles': What weapons did US use to 'completely obliterate' Iran’s key nuclear sites?</a><h2>Satellite images show signs of impact</h2>Imagery released by Planet Labs taken soon after the US strikes shows changes to the ground around the Fordow site, including visible strike points and displaced dust, suggesting impact locations. Additional images from Maxar Technologies show a large number of trucks parked at one of the entrances in the days before the attack.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking at a press conference, said that the country is “calculating the damages” from the US strikes. No official casualty numbers or detailed damage reports have yet been released by Tehran.

While some initial reports suggested that even 12 bunker-buster bombs might not be enough to destroy Fordow due to its deep underground structure, the Pentagon is still assessing the extent of the impact.

President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 22) declared the overnight US airstrikes on Iran a “success,” claiming that Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely and totally obliterated.” However, new satellite imagery and early intelligence assessments paint a more cautious picture. Among the primary targets of the US strikes was Fordow, Iran’s most fortified nuclear site. The Pentagon confirmed that 30,000-pound bunker-busting bombs were used in the operation, targeting three nuclear facilities, including Fordow. Israeli intelligence sees serious damage, but not total destruction According to two Israeli officials quoted by The New York Times, the Fordow site sustained serious damage but has not been fully destroyed. Their early analysis is based on Israeli satellite images and aerial surveillance, which suggest Iran may have moved uranium and sensitive equipment out of the facility shortly before the strikes. The officials said the presence of 16 cargo trucks near the site before the attack indicates Iran was likely preparing for a possible hit. It’s still unclear what was removed. Also read: In Pics: How much damage did US strikes cause to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site? Here's what satellite images reveal What do US officials say? A senior US official also confirmed that Fordow was not wiped out, but said it had been “severely damaged” and taken off the table. While some initial reports suggested that even 12 bunker-buster bombs might not be enough to destroy Fordow due to its deep underground structure, the Pentagon is still assessing the extent of the impact. Speaking at a press briefing, Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, echoed the President’s optimism but said it was “too soon to say whether Iran retained some nuclear capability.” Also read: 'B-2 Bombers, Tomahawk missiles': What weapons did US use to 'completely obliterate' Iran’s key nuclear sites? Satellite images show signs of impact Imagery released by Planet Labs taken soon after the US strikes shows changes to the ground around the Fordow site, including visible strike points and displaced dust, suggesting impact locations. Additional images from Maxar Technologies show a large number of trucks parked at one of the entrances in the days before the attack. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking at a press conference, said that the country is “calculating the damages” from the US strikes. No official casualty numbers or detailed damage reports have yet been released by Tehran.

While some initial reports suggested that even 12 bunker-buster bombs might not be enough to destroy Fordow due to its deep underground structure, the Pentagon is still assessing the extent of the impact.

Iran's Fordow still not 'completely obliterated' after being hit by US bunker-busters? Here's what Israeli and US intelligence reveal

In a major military operation, the United States bombed three of Iran’s key nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, claiming they were “totally and completely obliterated”. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth dubbed the attack 'Operation Hammer'. After the attack, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social saying that Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely destroyed”. He warned that if Iran retaliated, the US would respond with “force far greater than what was witnessed tonight”. Iran has promised “everlasting consequences” in response to the strikes. The situation remains tense, with US forces in the region on high alert.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-every-american-now-a-target-us-citizens-at-risk-of-hostage-taking-after-trump-strikes-iran-s-nuclear-sites-1750594714096">'Every American now a target': US citizens at risk of 'hostage-taking' after Trump strikes Iran’s nuclear sites</a>Here are all the weapons Washington used to hit Iran's fortified and deeply buried nuclear sites<h2>What aircraft carried out the strike?</h2>The main force behind the operation was the US Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, the only aircraft capable of delivering bombs powerful enough to penetrate Iran’s underground nuclear facilities. According to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, these bombers went into Iranian airspace and came back undetected. He described the operation as the longest B-2 mission since 2001, and the largest B-2 strike in history.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-us-bomb-iran-israel-iran-war-missiles-proxies-or-strait-of-hormuz-how-iran-might-hit-back-at-the-us-after-nuclear-site-bombings-1750591176138">Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings</a><h2>What kind of bombs were used?</h2>To break through Iran’s fortified sites, the US used Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs). These are 30,000lb bunker-busting bombs designed to destroy underground targets. General Dan Caine, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, confirmed that 14 MOPs were dropped on two of the three nuclear sites, Fordow and Natanz. This marked the first time these massive bombs were ever used in combat.<h2>Did the US use missiles too?</h2>As the B-2 bombers targeted Fordow and Natanz, a US submarine-launched more than 24 Tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles at the Esfahan nuclear site. The Tomahawk missiles were the last weapons to hit and helped complete the operation without triggering any known Iranian defences.<h2>How many aircraft were involved in the operation?</h2>General Caine said that more than 125 US aircraft took part in the attack. These included seven B-2 bombers that flew east from continental United States and completed an 18-hour round trip. To avoid detection, the US military used deception manoeuvres early in the mission. Some jets were flown ahead of the bombers to confuse radar systems and clear a path for the main strike team.<h2>When did the strikes happen?</h2>The bombing of all three sites took place between 18:40 and 19:05 Eastern Time. The timing was calculated to maximise surprise, and according to General Caine, Iran’s surface-to-air missile systems did not react. He said the US detected no missile launches or resistance during or after the operation.

The main force behind the operation was the US Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, the only aircraft capable of delivering bombs powerful enough to penetrate Iran’s underground nuclear facilities. 

In a major military operation, the United States bombed three of Iran’s key nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, claiming they were “totally and completely obliterated”. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth dubbed the attack 'Operation Hammer'. After the attack, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social saying that Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely destroyed”. He warned that if Iran retaliated, the US would respond with “force far greater than what was witnessed tonight”. Iran has promised “everlasting consequences” in response to the strikes. The situation remains tense, with US forces in the region on high alert. Also read: 'Every American now a target': US citizens at risk of 'hostage-taking' after Trump strikes Iran’s nuclear sites Here are all the weapons Washington used to hit Iran's fortified and deeply buried nuclear sites What aircraft carried out the strike? The main force behind the operation was the US Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, the only aircraft capable of delivering bombs powerful enough to penetrate Iran’s underground nuclear facilities. According to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, these bombers went into Iranian airspace and came back undetected. He described the operation as the longest B-2 mission since 2001, and the largest B-2 strike in history. Also read: Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings What kind of bombs were used? To break through Iran’s fortified sites, the US used Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs). These are 30,000lb bunker-busting bombs designed to destroy underground targets. General Dan Caine, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, confirmed that 14 MOPs were dropped on two of the three nuclear sites, Fordow and Natanz. This marked the first time these massive bombs were ever used in combat. Did the US use missiles too? As the B-2 bombers targeted Fordow and Natanz, a US submarine-launched more than 24 Tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles at the Esfahan nuclear site. The Tomahawk missiles were the last weapons to hit and helped complete the operation without triggering any known Iranian defences. How many aircraft were involved in the operation? General Caine said that more than 125 US aircraft took part in the attack. These included seven B-2 bombers that flew east from continental United States and completed an 18-hour round trip. To avoid detection, the US military used deception manoeuvres early in the mission. Some jets were flown ahead of the bombers to confuse radar systems and clear a path for the main strike team. When did the strikes happen? The bombing of all three sites took place between 18:40 and 19:05 Eastern Time. The timing was calculated to maximise surprise, and according to General Caine, Iran’s surface-to-air missile systems did not react. He said the US detected no missile launches or resistance during or after the operation.

The main force behind the operation was the US Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, the only aircraft capable of delivering bombs powerful enough to penetrate Iran’s underground nuclear facilities.&nbsp;

B-2 Bombers, Bunker busters, Tomahawk missiles: What weapons did US use to 'completely obliterate' Iran’s key nuclear sites?

The Northrop Grumman B‑2 Spirit, commonly known as the B‑2 bomber, is a long-range, heavy strategic bomber used by the United States Air Force.

The Northrop Grumman B‑2 Spirit, commonly known as the B‑2 bomber, is a long-range, heavy strategic bomber used by the United States Air Force.

Why B-2 Bomber remains undefeated for last 30 years in service?

Iran on Sunday (June 23) threatened US military bases for launching attacks against the nation's nuclear facilities, saying such bases would be legitimate targets. US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. The US has thousands of troops stationed on bases throughout the Middle East. Let's take a look at nations with significant deployments of US troops in the Middle East, which come under the US military's Central Command (CENTCOM).<h2>Bahrain</h2>The small Gulf state is home to a facility called Naval Support Activity Bahrain, where the US Navy's Fifth Fleet and headquarters of US Naval Forces Central Command are stationed. The country's deepwater port is capable of hosting the largest US warships, including aircraft carriers, and the base has been used by the US Navy since 1948, when the facility was run by Britain's Royal Navy.&nbsp;There are various US vessels that use Bahrain as their home port, such as four mine countermeasures and two logistics support ships. The US Coast Guard also has some vessels present in the country, consisting of six fast response cutters.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-bases-on-alert-as-iran-backed-militias-prepare-for-potential-retaliation-report-1750654417149">US bases in Iraq on alert as intel hints at potential retaliation by Iran-backed militias: Report</a><h2>Iraq</h2>The United States has troops stationed at several installations in Iraq, such as the Al-Asad and Arbil air bases. Baghdad is an ally of Iran, but also a strategic ally of Tehran's bitter rival the United States. As per reports, there are approximately 2,500 American soldiers in Iraq as part of the global coalition fighting the Islamic State jihadist organisation. Baghdad and Washington have agreed to schedule the phasing out of the forces of the coalition from Iraq.&nbsp;US troops in Syria and Iraq were targeted repeatedly by pro-Iran extremists after the Gaza war broke out in October 2023, but retaliated with punishing attacks on Tehran-aligned targets, and the attacks mostly ceased.<h2>Kuwait</h2>Kuwait has multiple US bases, such as Camp Arifjan, where the forward headquarters for the US Army element of CENTCOM is located. The US Army also prepositions materiel in the country. Ali al-Salem Air Base is home to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, which the military terms as the "primary airlift hub and gateway for delivering combat power to joint and coalition forces" in the theater. Furthermore, the United States operates drones such as MQ-9 Reapers in Kuwait.<h2>Qatar</h2>Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar features the forward elements of CENTCOM, as well as of its airmen and special ops men in the area. It also accommodates rotating combat aircraft, as well as the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, which the military claims consists of "airlift, aerial refueling intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, and aeromedical evacuation assets."<h2>Syria</h2>The United States has had troop presences for years at a chain of bases in Syria as part of the international campaign against the Islamic State group, which emerged from Syria's civil war to capture vast swaths of Syria and neighboring Iraq. The Pentagon revealed in April that it would cut approximately in half its troops in the nation to under 1,000 in the next few months as part of a "consolidation" of US forces in the nation.<h2>United Arab Emirates</h2>The US 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, a force that consists of 10 aircraft squadrons and also has UAVs like MQ-9 Reapers, is headquartered at Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE. Fighting aircraft have cycled through Al Dhafra, which also has the Gulf Air Warfare Center for air and missile defense training.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Arab governments sounded alarm on Sunday following the US attacks on three Iranian nuclear facilities overnight, and they called for immediate de-escalation amid concerns of being battlegrounds in an rising confrontation.&nbsp;Persian Gulf nations like the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, who may have previously hailed the destruction of Iran's nuclear program by military means, instead condemned the American interference. Saudi Arabia condemned the infringement of Iran's sovereignty, and the UAE voiced “deep concern.” Governments from the area requested increased efforts at brokering an end to the fighting before the region becomes lost in "the horrors and dangers of war," Bahrain warned. And Oman, a seasoned diplomatic middleman between Iran and the United States, said, "The measures taken by the United States risk broadening the conflict's scope and involve a grave breach of international law."

Are these US bases sitting ducks for Iran? Military assets on high alert after Trump strike

Iran on Sunday (June 23) threatened US military bases for launching attacks against the nation's nuclear facilities, saying such bases would be legitimate targets. US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. The US has thousands of troops stationed on bases throughout the Middle East. Let's take a look at nations with significant deployments of US troops in the Middle East, which come under the US military's Central Command (CENTCOM). Bahrain The small Gulf state is home to a facility called Naval Support Activity Bahrain, where the US Navy's Fifth Fleet and headquarters of US Naval Forces Central Command are stationed. The country's deepwater port is capable of hosting the largest US warships, including aircraft carriers, and the base has been used by the US Navy since 1948, when the facility was run by Britain's Royal Navy. There are various US vessels that use Bahrain as their home port, such as four mine countermeasures and two logistics support ships. The US Coast Guard also has some vessels present in the country, consisting of six fast response cutters. Also Read: US bases in Iraq on alert as intel hints at potential retaliation by Iran-backed militias: Report Iraq The United States has troops stationed at several installations in Iraq, such as the Al-Asad and Arbil air bases. Baghdad is an ally of Iran, but also a strategic ally of Tehran's bitter rival the United States. As per reports, there are approximately 2,500 American soldiers in Iraq as part of the global coalition fighting the Islamic State jihadist organisation. Baghdad and Washington have agreed to schedule the phasing out of the forces of the coalition from Iraq. US troops in Syria and Iraq were targeted repeatedly by pro-Iran extremists after the Gaza war broke out in October 2023, but retaliated with punishing attacks on Tehran-aligned targets, and the attacks mostly ceased. Kuwait Kuwait has multiple US bases, such as Camp Arifjan, where the forward headquarters for the US Army element of CENTCOM is located. The US Army also prepositions materiel in the country. Ali al-Salem Air Base is home to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, which the military terms as the "primary airlift hub and gateway for delivering combat power to joint and coalition forces" in the theater. Furthermore, the United States operates drones such as MQ-9 Reapers in Kuwait. Qatar Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar features the forward elements of CENTCOM, as well as of its airmen and special ops men in the area. It also accommodates rotating combat aircraft, as well as the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, which the military claims consists of "airlift, aerial refueling intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, and aeromedical evacuation assets." Syria The United States has had troop presences for years at a chain of bases in Syria as part of the international campaign against the Islamic State group, which emerged from Syria's civil war to capture vast swaths of Syria and neighboring Iraq. The Pentagon revealed in April that it would cut approximately in half its troops in the nation to under 1,000 in the next few months as part of a "consolidation" of US forces in the nation. United Arab Emirates The US 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, a force that consists of 10 aircraft squadrons and also has UAVs like MQ-9 Reapers, is headquartered at Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE. Fighting aircraft have cycled through Al Dhafra, which also has the Gulf Air Warfare Center for air and missile defense training. Meanwhile, Arab governments sounded alarm on Sunday following the US attacks on three Iranian nuclear facilities overnight, and they called for immediate de-escalation amid concerns of being battlegrounds in an rising confrontation. Persian Gulf nations like the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, who may have previously hailed the destruction of Iran's nuclear program by military means, instead condemned the American interference. Saudi Arabia condemned the infringement of Iran's sovereignty, and the UAE voiced “deep concern.” Governments from the area requested increased efforts at brokering an end to the fighting before the region becomes lost in "the horrors and dangers of war," Bahrain warned. And Oman, a seasoned diplomatic middleman between Iran and the United States, said, "The measures taken by the United States risk broadening the conflict's scope and involve a grave breach of international law."

After US B-2 stealth bombers hit Iran’s key nuclear sites, Tehran has vowed retaliation

President Donald Trump reiterated on Sunday (June 22) that US strikes on Iran had destroyed their nuclear sites, after other officials cautioned that the extent of damage was still not confirmed. In his post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Monumental Damage was done to all Nuclear sites in Iran, as shown by satellite images. Obliteration is an accurate term! The white structure shown is deeply imbedded into the rock, with even its roof well below ground level, and completely shielded from flame. The biggest damage took place far below ground level. Bullseye!!!”

Earlier on Saturday (June 21), US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Iranian officials confirmed that the bombing took place at 2:30 am local time. “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he wrote on his Truth Social platform.&nbsp;"All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” the US president added.&nbsp;In another post, Trump posted, “Fordow is gone.” In an X post, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant wrote, “President Trump took a bold decision for the United States, for Israel, for all of humanity. The world is now a safer place.” Trump said that he will give an address to the nation at 10 pm at the White House “regarding our very successful military operation in Iran.”&nbsp;He added, “This is an HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ISRAEL, AND THE WORLD. IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR. THANK YOU!”Iranian state media outlet FARS News reported that residents of Qom, a city about 87 miles south of Tehran, heard several explosions outside of their city. The Fordow nuclear plant is located close to Qom, built into a mountainside.&nbsp;The US strikes come after speculations whether the US would enter the conflict in the Middle East. Trump earlier said, “I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks.”

Monumental damage done to all nuclear sites in Iran says Trump after US strikes Iran

President Donald Trump reiterated on Sunday (June 22) that US strikes on Iran had destroyed their nuclear sites, after other officials cautioned that the extent of damage was still not confirmed. In his post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Monumental Damage was done to all Nuclear sites in Iran, as shown by satellite images. Obliteration is an accurate term! The white structure shown is deeply imbedded into the rock, with even its roof well below ground level, and completely shielded from flame. The biggest damage took place far below ground level. Bullseye!!!”

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan

'Monumental damage done to all nuclear sites in Iran', says Trump after US strikes Iran

Bahrain and Kuwait, where the US has bases, prepared on Sunday for the chance that the Iran war could spill over onto its soil, with Bahrain calling on drivers to stay away from main streets and Kuwait setting up shelters in a complex of ministries following US attacks on Iran's nuclear sites. US troops hit Iran's three key nuclear facilities late on Saturday night, and President Donald Trump warned Iran it would be hit harder if it doesn't agree to peace.&nbsp;Iran had issued threats earlier that in case it was attacked by the United States, it might attack American interests in the region, including US bases. Bahrain is the site of the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters and there are multiple US bases in Kuwait. "In light of recent developments in the regional security situation, we urge citizens and residents to use main roads only when necessary, to maintain public safety and to allow the relevant authorities to use the roads efficiently," Bahrain's interior ministry said in a post on X. &nbsp;Bahrain has instructed 70% of its government workers to stay at home through an indefinite period, citing rising tensions, the Civil Service Bureau said. Meanwhile, Kuwait set up shelters in the country's ministries complex, a sprawling compound of structures that accommodates various government departments, including the justice and finance ministries, the finance ministry said. Bahraini officials last week reported that they had launched a national plan and a national civil emergency centre to prepare in the event of emergencies and went ahead to conduct tests for warning sirens nationwide.Regional media further reported the nation had established 33 shelters.<h2>US enters Iran-Israel war</h2>In a major escalation of tensions in West Asia, the US bombed three nuclear sites - Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan - in Iran and warned the Islamic Republic of more "precision strikes" if it did not end its conflict with Israel. This came days after the US president said that he would decide within ‘two weeks’ if he needs to bomb Iran. The US strike came on the ninth day of Operation Rising Lion, under which Israel hit several nuclear facilities inside Iran, killing top military officials and nuclear scientists. The Israel Defence Forces said that US strikes “were in coordination with the IDF” and it was a “crucial step stopping the Iranian regime's aggression.” As America entered the war, Donald Trump said that ‘there will either be peace or tragedy.’ "This cannot continue. There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days," Trump told a press briefing at the Oval Office. He also conveyed the goal of the US' strikes, saying, "Our Objective was the destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity, and a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world's number one state sponsor of terror. Tonight, I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success. Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”

US strikes Iran: Bahrain urges caution, Kuwait sets up shelters as Middle East conflict escalates

Bahrain and Kuwait, where the US has bases, prepared on Sunday for the chance that the Iran war could spill over onto its soil, with Bahrain calling on drivers to stay away from main streets and Kuwait setting up shelters in a complex of ministries following US attacks on Iran's nuclear sites. US troops hit Iran's three key nuclear facilities late on Saturday night, and President Donald Trump warned Iran it would be hit harder if it doesn't agree to peace. Iran had issued threats earlier that in case it was attacked by the United States, it might attack American interests in the region, including US bases. Bahrain is the site of the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters and there are multiple US bases in Kuwait. "In light of recent developments in the regional security situation, we urge citizens and residents to use main roads only when necessary, to maintain public safety and to allow the relevant authorities to use the roads efficiently," Bahrain's interior ministry said in a post on X. Bahrain has instructed 70% of its government workers to stay at home through an indefinite period, citing rising tensions, the Civil Service Bureau said. Meanwhile, Kuwait set up shelters in the country's ministries complex, a sprawling compound of structures that accommodates various government departments, including the justice and finance ministries, the finance ministry said. Bahraini officials last week reported that they had launched a national plan and a national civil emergency centre to prepare in the event of emergencies and went ahead to conduct tests for warning sirens nationwide. Regional media further reported the nation had established 33 shelters. US enters Iran-Israel war In a major escalation of tensions in West Asia, the US bombed three nuclear sites - Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan - in Iran and warned the Islamic Republic of more "precision strikes" if it did not end its conflict with Israel. This came days after the US president said that he would decide within ‘two weeks’ if he needs to bomb Iran. The US strike came on the ninth day of Operation Rising Lion, under which Israel hit several nuclear facilities inside Iran, killing top military officials and nuclear scientists. The Israel Defence Forces said that US strikes “were in coordination with the IDF” and it was a “crucial step stopping the Iranian regime's aggression.” As America entered the war, Donald Trump said that ‘there will either be peace or tragedy.’ "This cannot continue. There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days," Trump told a press briefing at the Oval Office. He also conveyed the goal of the US' strikes, saying, "Our Objective was the destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity, and a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world's number one state sponsor of terror. Tonight, I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success. Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”

Tehran had previously warned if it was attacked by the United States, it could target American assets in the region, including US military bases

US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Sunday (June 22) to slam Republican Congressman Thomas Massie after the latter criticised recent American military strikes on Iran. The president posted a lengthy post, calling Massie “weak” and a “pathetic loser”. This comes after Massie took to X (formerly Twitter) to express concern about the constitutionality of the strikes. He wrote, “This is not our war. But if it were, Congress must decide such matters according to our constitution.”In a strong defence of the US action, Trump wrote, “Iran has killed and maimed thousands of Americans, and even took over the American Embassy in Tehran under the Carter Administration. We had a spectacular military success yesterday, taking the ‘bomb’ right out of their hands (and they would use it if they could!) but, as usual… this ‘lightweight’ Congressman is against what was so brilliantly achieved last night in Iran.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-iran-anticipate-the-us-strike-satellite-images-hint-tehran-secretly-shifted-enriched-uranium-before-us-bombs-hit-fordow-1750614164833">Did Iran anticipate US strike? Satellite images hint Tehran secretly shifted enriched uranium before US bombs hit Fordow</a>He went on to criticise Massie’s voting history and his stance on military affairs. “Massie is weak, ineffective, and votes ‘NO’ on virtually everything put before him (Rand Paul, Jr.), no matter how good something may be. He is disrespectful to our great military, and all that they stand for, not even acknowledging their brilliance and bravery in yesterday’s attack, which was a total and complete WIN.”Trump added, “Massie should drop his fake act and start putting America First, but he doesn’t know how to get there, he doesn’t have a clue!”He said, “MAGA should drop this pathetic LOSER, Tom Massie, like the plague! The good news is that we will have a wonderful American Patriot running against him in the Republican Primary, and I’ll be out in Kentucky campaigning really hard.”<h2>US-Iran tensions spike</h2>The United States, working in coordination with Israel, recently launched airstrikes on three key nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.These strikes followed Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, now in its ninth day, during which Iran’s nuclear facilities and top military and scientific figures were targeted. Trump had earlier warned he was considering bombing Iran, and after the strikes, he declared, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.”

The president posted a lengthy post, calling Massie “weak” and a “pathetic loser”. This comes after Massie took to X (formerly Twitter) to express concern about the constitutionality of the strikes.

US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Sunday (June 22) to slam Republican Congressman Thomas Massie after the latter criticised recent American military strikes on Iran. The president posted a lengthy post, calling Massie “weak” and a “pathetic loser”. This comes after Massie took to X (formerly Twitter) to express concern about the constitutionality of the strikes. He wrote, “This is not our war. But if it were, Congress must decide such matters according to our constitution.” In a strong defence of the US action, Trump wrote, “Iran has killed and maimed thousands of Americans, and even took over the American Embassy in Tehran under the Carter Administration. We had a spectacular military success yesterday, taking the ‘bomb’ right out of their hands (and they would use it if they could!) but, as usual… this ‘lightweight’ Congressman is against what was so brilliantly achieved last night in Iran.” Also read: Did Iran anticipate US strike? Satellite images hint Tehran secretly shifted enriched uranium before US bombs hit Fordow He went on to criticise Massie’s voting history and his stance on military affairs. “Massie is weak, ineffective, and votes ‘NO’ on virtually everything put before him (Rand Paul, Jr.), no matter how good something may be. He is disrespectful to our great military, and all that they stand for, not even acknowledging their brilliance and bravery in yesterday’s attack, which was a total and complete WIN.” Trump added, “Massie should drop his fake act and start putting America First, but he doesn’t know how to get there, he doesn’t have a clue!” He said, “MAGA should drop this pathetic LOSER, Tom Massie, like the plague! The good news is that we will have a wonderful American Patriot running against him in the Republican Primary, and I’ll be out in Kentucky campaigning really hard.” US-Iran tensions spike The United States, working in coordination with Israel, recently launched airstrikes on three key nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. These strikes followed Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, now in its ninth day, during which Iran’s nuclear facilities and top military and scientific figures were targeted. Trump had earlier warned he was considering bombing Iran, and after the strikes, he declared, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.”

The president posted a lengthy post, calling Massie “weak” and a “pathetic loser”. This comes after Massie took to X (formerly Twitter) to express concern about the constitutionality of the strikes.

‘Iran has killed, maimed thousands of Americans’: Trump hails Iran strike as ‘total WIN’, blasts Republican who opposed US attack

Iran’s newly elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian, blamed the United States for escalating the conflict in the region, accusing Washington of leading Israel’s military campaign against Iran. In his first statement since the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Pezeshkian said, “This aggression showed that America is the main factor behind the Zionist regime’s hostile actions against the Islamic Republic of Iran.”His remarks were published by Iran’s state news agency, IRNA.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-b-2-bombers-tomahawk-missiles-and-125-jets-what-weapons-did-us-use-to-bomb-iran-s-fordow-natanz-and-esfahan-nuclear-sites-1750597370320">'B-2 Bombers, Tomahawk missiles&nbsp;and 125 jets': What weapons did US use to bomb Iran’s Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan nuclear sites?</a><h2>Pezeshkian says US stepped in after Israel’s failure</h2>Referring to the recent escalation, Pezeshkian claimed the United States entered the conflict only after witnessing Israel struggle to inflict damage on its own.“The United States joined the arena after witnessing Israel’s impotence,” he said, as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv continue to rise.The comments come just after the US launched airstrikes on three key nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, overnight.<h2>Trump says Iran facilities ‘obliterated’</h2>US President Donald Trump confirmed the strikes in a televised address, calling the operation a “spectacular military success”. “The facilities were completely and fully obliterated,” Trump declared, warning that more attacks could follow if Iran retaliates. He said Tehran would now “have to make peace.”The US involvement follows over a week of heavy fighting between Israel and Iran. On 13 June, Israel launched a sudden wave of airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. Several high-ranking officials and scientists were killed in those attacks.Iran responded with hundreds of missiles and drones aimed at Israeli targets. Despite Israel’s layered air defence system, some projectiles got through. The back-and-forth strikes have left hundreds dead in Iran and dozens killed in Israel, with more than a thousand people injured overall.<h2>Iran’s nuclear programme ‘will continue’</h2>Despite the damage to the sites, Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization confirmed that its nuclear activities would not be halted. Officials stated that the programme remains peaceful. The UN nuclear watchdog and Iranian authorities said there were no immediate signs of radioactive leakage from the sites bombed by the US.

“The United States joined the arena after witnessing Israel’s impotence,” he said, as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv continue to rise.

Iran’s newly elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian, blamed the United States for escalating the conflict in the region, accusing Washington of leading Israel’s military campaign against Iran. In his first statement since the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Pezeshkian said, “This aggression showed that America is the main factor behind the Zionist regime’s hostile actions against the Islamic Republic of Iran.” His remarks were published by Iran’s state news agency, IRNA. Also read: 'B-2 Bombers, Tomahawk missiles and 125 jets': What weapons did US use to bomb Iran’s Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan nuclear sites? Pezeshkian says US stepped in after Israel’s failure Referring to the recent escalation, Pezeshkian claimed the United States entered the conflict only after witnessing Israel struggle to inflict damage on its own. “The United States joined the arena after witnessing Israel’s impotence,” he said, as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv continue to rise. The comments come just after the US launched airstrikes on three key nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, overnight. Trump says Iran facilities ‘obliterated’ US President Donald Trump confirmed the strikes in a televised address, calling the operation a “spectacular military success”. “The facilities were completely and fully obliterated,” Trump declared, warning that more attacks could follow if Iran retaliates. He said Tehran would now “have to make peace.” The US involvement follows over a week of heavy fighting between Israel and Iran. On 13 June, Israel launched a sudden wave of airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. Several high-ranking officials and scientists were killed in those attacks. Iran responded with hundreds of missiles and drones aimed at Israeli targets. Despite Israel’s layered air defence system, some projectiles got through. The back-and-forth strikes have left hundreds dead in Iran and dozens killed in Israel, with more than a thousand people injured overall. Iran’s nuclear programme ‘will continue’ Despite the damage to the sites, Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization confirmed that its nuclear activities would not be halted. Officials stated that the programme remains peaceful. The UN nuclear watchdog and Iranian authorities said there were no immediate signs of radioactive leakage from the sites bombed by the US.

“The United States joined the arena after witnessing Israel’s impotence,” he said, as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv continue to rise.

'US joined after witnessing Israel’s impotence': Iran's President breaks silence after US strike on nuclear sites - What he said

US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that American military forces carried out a precise attack on three key nuclear sites in Iran. The development followed in response to dismantle Tehran’s nuclear capabilities. However, in retaliation, Iran threatens that the action could potentially trigger further tensions across the region.In a post on social media, Trump said, "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air airspace. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.”During the strike, the US military used B-2 bombers to make a precise attack on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities. It is one of the most advanced strategic weapons platforms, which has the capability of entering sophisticated air defences.<h3>Why US choose B-2 Stealth Bombers?</h3>The most advanced strategic weapons platforms, B-2 bombers, are the weapons which has the capability of carrying the Massive Ordinance Penetrator. These are the only type of bombers that could potentially sabotage the underground nuclear facilities, according to a report in Reuters.It boasts an unrefueled range exceeding 6,000 nautical miles (around 11,112 km), enabling it to strike targets globally from US mainland bases. With aerial refuelling, its reach becomes virtually unlimited, as demonstrated in past missions from Missouri to destinations like Afghanistan, Libya, and most recently, Iran.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-us-bomb-iran-israel-iran-war-missiles-proxies-or-strait-of-hormuz-how-iran-might-hit-back-at-the-us-after-nuclear-site-bombings-1750591176138">Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings</a>Capable of carrying over 40,000 pounds (18,144 kg) of armaments, the B-2 can deploy a wide range of conventional and nuclear weapons. Its internal weapon bays are engineered to preserve its stealth profile while accommodating heavy payloads, including up to two GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MoP), 30,000-pound precision "bunker buster" bombs.Reports indicate that six such bunker busters were deployed against Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. The bomber operates with a two-person crew, optimising manpower while leveraging advanced automation for operational efficiency.<h3>Designed for radar-absorbing materials</h3>Its cutting-edge stealth design uses radar-absorbing materials and sleek, angular surfaces to avoid detection. The B-2’s radar signature is said to be as small as that of a bird, making it extremely difficult for enemy defences to detect.The 30,000-pound MOP signify the largest conventional bomb in the US arsenal, which is specifically designed to defeat hardened underground bunkers. The massive size of the bomb requires the B-2 to carry only one or two MOPs per mission, but it has the unmatched bunker-penetration capability.The 20.5-foot (6.25-m) length weapon with GPS-guided precision helps the weapon to target accurately against specific underground facilities. In addition, over 200 feet with hardened concrete can be penetrated, which makes this weapon quite effective against the most protected underground installations in the world.The B-2 Spirit plays a vital role in the United States' nuclear triad, with the ability to deliver strategic nuclear weapons discreetly and accurately. It is capable of carrying as many as 16 B83 nuclear bombs.&nbsp;

The US military used B-2 bombers to make a precise attack on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities of Iran. It is one of the most advanced strategic weapons platforms, which has the capability of entering sophisticated air defences.

US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that American military forces carried out a precise attack on three key nuclear sites in Iran. The development followed in response to dismantle Tehran’s nuclear capabilities. However, in retaliation, Iran threatens that the action could potentially trigger further tensions across the region. In a post on social media, Trump said, "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air airspace. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.” During the strike, the US military used B-2 bombers to make a precise attack on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities. It is one of the most advanced strategic weapons platforms, which has the capability of entering sophisticated air defences. Why US choose B-2 Stealth Bombers? The most advanced strategic weapons platforms, B-2 bombers, are the weapons which has the capability of carrying the Massive Ordinance Penetrator. These are the only type of bombers that could potentially sabotage the underground nuclear facilities, according to a report in Reuters. It boasts an unrefueled range exceeding 6,000 nautical miles (around 11,112 km), enabling it to strike targets globally from US mainland bases. With aerial refuelling, its reach becomes virtually unlimited, as demonstrated in past missions from Missouri to destinations like Afghanistan, Libya, and most recently, Iran. Also read | Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings Capable of carrying over 40,000 pounds (18,144 kg) of armaments, the B-2 can deploy a wide range of conventional and nuclear weapons. Its internal weapon bays are engineered to preserve its stealth profile while accommodating heavy payloads, including up to two GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MoP), 30,000-pound precision "bunker buster" bombs. Reports indicate that six such bunker busters were deployed against Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. The bomber operates with a two-person crew, optimising manpower while leveraging advanced automation for operational efficiency. Designed for radar-absorbing materials Its cutting-edge stealth design uses radar-absorbing materials and sleek, angular surfaces to avoid detection. The B-2’s radar signature is said to be as small as that of a bird, making it extremely difficult for enemy defences to detect. The 30,000-pound MOP signify the largest conventional bomb in the US arsenal, which is specifically designed to defeat hardened underground bunkers. The massive size of the bomb requires the B-2 to carry only one or two MOPs per mission, but it has the unmatched bunker-penetration capability. The 20.5-foot (6.25-m) length weapon with GPS-guided precision helps the weapon to target accurately against specific underground facilities. In addition, over 200 feet with hardened concrete can be penetrated, which makes this weapon quite effective against the most protected underground installations in the world. The B-2 Spirit plays a vital role in the United States' nuclear triad, with the ability to deliver strategic nuclear weapons discreetly and accurately. It is capable of carrying as many as 16 B83 nuclear bombs.

The US military used B-2 bombers to make a precise attack on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities of Iran. It is one of the most advanced strategic weapons platforms, which has the capability of entering sophisticated air defences.

Why US chose B-2 Stealth Bombers to target Iran's nuclear sites | Explained

US President Donald Trump is known to make all his statements first on his Truth Social platform, including the most recent one he made to announce the US strikes on Iran. Hours before he announced the attack on Tehran's three nuclear sites, he wrote a cryptic post on his Truth social platform about whether the US would join Israel in its military operations against Iran. Along with his message, Trump shared a clip of a FOX News discussion on his two-week deadline given to Iran, after which he claimed to make a decision. But before the deadline could end, US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were announced.&nbsp;In the short message, Trump wrote, “Only time will tell!” The four-worded post left readers puzzled as the entire world guessed whether Trump is serious about his warnings to Iran.&nbsp;However, about two hours later, the US president wrote again. This time, he announced the US strikes on Iran, confirming the ongoing speculations that he would enter the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He wrote, “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.”&nbsp;The US president added, “All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”&nbsp;In another post, he wrote, “Fordow is gone.” He added, “This is an HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ISRAEL, AND THE WORLD. IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR. THANK YOU!”&nbsp;Trump also warned Iran of retaliation, saying, “ANY RETALIATION BY IRAN AGAINST THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WILL BE MET WITH FORCE FAR GREATER THAN WHAT WAS WITNESSED TONIGHT. THANK YOU! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.”&nbsp;In his address to the nation after the strikes, Trump called Iran the “bully of the Middle East”. He said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated.”&nbsp;&nbsp;In a video message, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Trump's “bold decision” to strike the nuclear sites in Iran. He said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.”

Hours before he announced the attack on Iran's three nuclear sites, Trump posted a cryptic post on his Truth social platform about whether the US would join Israel in its military operations against Iran.

US President Donald Trump is known to make all his statements first on his Truth Social platform, including the most recent one he made to announce the US strikes on Iran. Hours before he announced the attack on Tehran's three nuclear sites, he wrote a cryptic post on his Truth social platform about whether the US would join Israel in its military operations against Iran. Along with his message, Trump shared a clip of a FOX News discussion on his two-week deadline given to Iran, after which he claimed to make a decision. But before the deadline could end, US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were announced. In the short message, Trump wrote, “Only time will tell!” The four-worded post left readers puzzled as the entire world guessed whether Trump is serious about his warnings to Iran. However, about two hours later, the US president wrote again. This time, he announced the US strikes on Iran, confirming the ongoing speculations that he would enter the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He wrote, “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” The US president added, “All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” In another post, he wrote, “Fordow is gone.” He added, “This is an HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ISRAEL, AND THE WORLD. IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR. THANK YOU!” Trump also warned Iran of retaliation, saying, “ANY RETALIATION BY IRAN AGAINST THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WILL BE MET WITH FORCE FAR GREATER THAN WHAT WAS WITNESSED TONIGHT. THANK YOU! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.” In his address to the nation after the strikes, Trump called Iran the “bully of the Middle East”. He said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated.” In a video message, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Trump's “bold decision” to strike the nuclear sites in Iran. He said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.”

Hours before he announced the attack on Iran's three nuclear sites, Trump posted a cryptic post on his Truth social platform about whether the US would join Israel in its military operations against Iran.

Did Trump warn before US strikes on Iran? Here’s what his cryptic Truth Social post said

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Jun 22) hailed US President Donald Trump’s decision to strike three nuclear sites in Iran. In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.” This comes after Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that US conducted a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Congratulations, President Donald Trump! Your bold decision to target Iran’s nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history,” Netanyahu said.&nbsp;&nbsp;He added, “In Operation Rising Lion, Israel has done truly amazing things, but in tonight’s action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, America has been truly unsurpassed. It has done what no other country on earth could do.”&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Netanyahu further said that history will record that Trump acted to “deny the world’s most dangerous regime, the world’s most dangerous weapons.” The Israeli prime minister added that the US president has created “pivoted history” that can help lead the Middle East and other nations to “a future of prosperity and peace.”&nbsp;“President Trump and I often say peace through strength. First comes strength, then comes peace. And President Trump in the United States acted with a lot of strength,” he said.&nbsp;Thanking the US president, Netanyahu said, “President Trump, I thank you, people of Israel thank you, and forces of civilisation thank you. God bless America, God bless Israel, and may God bless our unshakable, our lion’s unbreakable faith.”&nbsp;In his first address to the nation after the US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, Trump called Tehran the “bully of the Middle East”. He said that Iran's nuclear facilities were “completely and totally obliterated.”&nbsp;Announcing the strikes, Trump wrote on Truth Social, “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow.”&nbsp;"All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” he added.&nbsp;

In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Jun 22) hailed US President Donald Trump’s decision to strike three nuclear sites in Iran. In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.” This comes after Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that US conducted a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. “Congratulations, President Donald Trump! Your bold decision to target Iran’s nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history,” Netanyahu said. He added, “In Operation Rising Lion, Israel has done truly amazing things, but in tonight’s action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, America has been truly unsurpassed. It has done what no other country on earth could do.”

In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.”

‘First comes strength, then comes peace’: Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘bold decision’ after US strikes Iran

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