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As the United States under US President Donald Trump struck Iranian nuclear facilities, a decade-old tweet by Trump has gone viral on social media. Back in 2011, Donald Trump warned that then-President Barack Obama might start a war with Iran just to win re-election. Calling Obama “weak,” Trump accused him of not being able to negotiate with Iran. He said in several tweets that Obama would launch military strikes on Iran to boost his popularity. Between 2011 and 2013, Trump made similar claims on TV, in radio interviews, apart from Twitter (now X).&nbsp;“Remember that I predicted a long time ago that President Obama will attack Iran because of his inability to negotiate properly, not skilled!” Trump wrote on X. Netizens have pointed out the stark contrast between Trump's claims a decade ago from what he is doing now. The US, on Trump's order, 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.&nbsp;<h2>'Obama will attack Iran'</h2>In a post on X, Trump in 2011 said, “Obama will start a war with Iran.”In a post on X,&nbsp;Trump in January 2012 said, “Obama will attack Iran in order to get reelected.”In a post on X, Trump in September 2012, said, I predict that Obama at some point will attack Iran in order to save face!In Oct 2012: “Now that Obama’s poll numbers are in tailspin, watch for him to launch a strike in Libya or Iran. He is desperate.” In Jan 2012: On Sean Hannity’s radio show, Trump said: “I say that he starts a war in Iran before the election… lives will be wasted for no reason.”In Nov 2012, Trump wrote on X, “Remember that I predicted a long time ago that President Obama will attack Iran because of his inability to negotiate properly, not skilled!”&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GuEFW6DW8AAz7kf?format=png&amp;name=small" alt="Image"></figure><h2>US, under Trump, attacks Iran</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.” &nbsp;As America entered the war, Donald Trump also said, "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.” &nbsp;

Back in 2011, Donald Trump warned that then-President Barack Obama might start a war with Iran just to win re-election. Netizens have pointed out the stark contrast between Trump claims a decade ago from what he is doing now

As the United States under US President Donald Trump struck Iranian nuclear facilities, a decade-old tweet by Trump has gone viral on social media. Back in 2011, Donald Trump warned that then-President Barack Obama might start a war with Iran just to win re-election. Calling Obama “weak,” Trump accused him of not being able to negotiate with Iran. He said in several tweets that Obama would launch military strikes on Iran to boost his popularity. Between 2011 and 2013, Trump made similar claims on TV, in radio interviews, apart from Twitter (now X). “Remember that I predicted a long time ago that President Obama will attack Iran because of his inability to negotiate properly, not skilled!” Trump wrote on X. Netizens have pointed out the stark contrast between Trump's claims a decade ago from what he is doing now. The US, on Trump's order, 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. 'Obama will attack Iran' In a post on X, Trump in 2011 said, “Obama will start a war with Iran.” In a post on X, Trump in January 2012 said, “Obama will attack Iran in order to get reelected.” In a post on X, Trump in September 2012, said, I predict that Obama at some point will attack Iran in order to save face! In Oct 2012: “Now that Obama’s poll numbers are in tailspin, watch for him to launch a strike in Libya or Iran. He is desperate.” In Jan 2012: On Sean Hannity’s radio show, Trump said: “I say that he starts a war in Iran before the election… lives will be wasted for no reason.” In Nov 2012, Trump wrote on X, “Remember that I predicted a long time ago that President Obama will attack Iran because of his inability to negotiate properly, not skilled!” US, under Trump, attacks Iran 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 also said, "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.”

Back in 2011, Donald Trump warned that then-President Barack Obama might start a war with Iran just to win re-election. Netizens have pointed out the stark contrast between Trump's claims a decade ago from what he is doing now

'I predicted a long time ago...': Trump's old posts about Obama attacking Iran goes viral after US hits Iranian nuclear facilities

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled eldest son of the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Shah, claimed on Sunday that the US strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities were a result of the “catastrophic pursuit of nuclear weapons” by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s “terrorist regime”. Pahalvi urged Khamenei to respond to American attacks by “stepping down” from his position for the sake of the Iranian people.&nbsp; Officially named Crown Prince of Iran in 1967 at the time of his father’s coronation, Reza Pahlavi is an old and familiar voice calling for regime change in Iran.&nbsp;Until recently, Pahlavi was a figure with little to no say in Iranian affairs. However, he has now become a regular on TV and is calling for a regime change in Iran.“The strikes on the Islamic Republic’s three nuclear sites are the result of the regime’s catastrophic pursuit of nuclear weapons at the expense of the Iranian people,” he wrote in a post on X.“Ali Khamenei and his crumbling terrorist regime have failed the nation. As Khamenei considers how to respond from his underground bunker, I say to him: For the sake of the Iranian people, respond by stepping down, so the proud Iranian nation can leave the disastrous period of the Islamic Republic behind and start a new chapter of peace, prosperity and greatness,” Pahlavi added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The strikes on the Islamic Republic’s three nuclear sites are the result of the regime’s catastrophic pursuit of nuclear weapons at the expense of the Iranian people. Ali Khamenei and his crumbling terrorist regime have failed the nation. As Khamenei considers how to respond…&mdash; Reza Pahlavi (@PahlaviReza) <a href="https://twitter.com/PahlaviReza/status/1936675708803170790?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He further said that the end of Khamenei’s regime is the only sure way to achieve peace in Iran.Reza Pahlavi is still considered the Crown Prince of Iran in exile, despite the fall of the monarchy in 1979 after the Islamic revolution.&nbsp;Under the Shah regime’s leadership, Iran was considered a vibrant nation—a constitutional monarchy with democratic values.Reza was training as a pilot in the US when his family was forced into exile. After his father’s death in 1981, Reza declared himself the new king of Iran.&nbsp;<h2>US strikes nuclear facilities in Iran&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the US military carried out strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites and that Tehran “must now agree to end this war”, following days of speculation over whether the United States would join its ally Israel’s bombing campaign.“We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran,” Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform, referring to Fordo, Isfahan and Natanz.

Officially named Crown Prince of Iran in 1967 at the time of his father’s coronation, Reza Pahlavi is an old and familiar voice calling for regime change in Iran. Pahlavi, who has now become a regular on TV, urged Khamenei to step down from his position for the sake of the Iranian people.

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled eldest son of the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Shah, claimed on Sunday that the US strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities were a result of the “catastrophic pursuit of nuclear weapons” by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s “terrorist regime”. Pahalvi urged Khamenei to respond to American attacks by “stepping down” from his position for the sake of the Iranian people. Officially named Crown Prince of Iran in 1967 at the time of his father’s coronation, Reza Pahlavi is an old and familiar voice calling for regime change in Iran. Until recently, Pahlavi was a figure with little to no say in Iranian affairs. However, he has now become a regular on TV and is calling for a regime change in Iran. “The strikes on the Islamic Republic’s three nuclear sites are the result of the regime’s catastrophic pursuit of nuclear weapons at the expense of the Iranian people,” he wrote in a post on X. “Ali Khamenei and his crumbling terrorist regime have failed the nation. As Khamenei considers how to respond from his underground bunker, I say to him: For the sake of the Iranian people, respond by stepping down, so the proud Iranian nation can leave the disastrous period of the Islamic Republic behind and start a new chapter of peace, prosperity and greatness,” Pahlavi added.

Officially named Crown Prince of Iran in 1967 at the time of his father’s coronation, Reza Pahlavi is an old and familiar voice calling for regime change in Iran. Pahlavi, who has now become a regular on TV, urged Khamenei to step down from his position for the sake of the Iranian people.

Reza Shah, exiled Crown Prince of Iran, tells Khamenei to step down after US strikes

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The Israel Defence Forces confirmed that Israeli Air Force fighter jets flew over Iranian territory and began striking storage facilities containing long-range surface-to-surface missiles, known as “Khorramshahr,” in the Yazd area - for the first time. US Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that American strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not a preamble to plans for regime change, adding that private messages had been sent to Tehran encouraging them to negotiate. Click on the headlines for more Israel strikes Khorramshahr missile storage facilities in Iran for first time Iran used ‘Khorramshahr - 4’ in its 20th wave” of retaliatory strikes on Israel. In response, Israel hit Khorramshahr missile storage facilities near Yazd for first time US wants regime change in Iran? Here's what Pete Hegseth said after Trump struck Iranian nuclear sites US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday (June 22) said that American strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not a preamble to plans for regime change, adding that private messages had been sent to Tehran encouraging them to negotiate. Iran's President breaks silence after US strike on nuclear sites - What he said 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. Can Iranian parliament's approval lead to closure of Strait of Hormuz? Here's all we know Iran's parliament reportedly approved the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but its say will not be the final word. Here's how Iran will decide on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz - a key oil shipping route JD Vance reveals motive behind US attack on Iranian nuclear sites US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday (June 22) that the United States was not at war with Iran but at war with its nuclear program. As US strikes in Iran, Kashmiri students stranded there shifted to safe locations Amidst the midnight strikes by the US in Iran, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday (June 22) said that over 700 Kashmiri students who are stuck across various regions of Iran are safe and await evacuation. 'Many countries READY to supply nuclear warheads...': BIG statement by Putin's aide after US strike on Iran In a big statement, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev claimed on Sunday (June 22) that a “number of countries are ready to supply Iran with nuclear warheads" after the US joined Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. 'Iran not the first time': How many times has US used B-2 bomber in combat? The United States on Sunday (June 22) struck Iran's three nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan using B-2 bombers. The B-2 made its combat debut during NATO’s Operation Allied Force in the former Yugoslavia. Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2025: Sabrina Carpenter, Ariana Grande, SZA win big, Complete winners list This year's Kids' Choice Awards, hosted by Tyla had performances from girl group Katseye and mgk. An encore representation of Despicable Me 3 was led into the ceremony. IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Harry Brook survives three chances only to get out on 99 Harry Brook kept roaming around with luck by his side, only for it to disperse when he needed it the most. After surviving three chances, including two dropped catches and getting dismissed off a no-ball, Brook got out on 99 while pulling Prasidh Krishna.

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The Israel Defence Forces confirmed on Sunday (June 22) that Israeli Air Force fighter jets flew over Iranian territory and began striking storage facilities containing long-range surface-to-surface missiles, known as “Khorramshahr,” in the Yazd area - for the first time. Israeli Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, and Head of Air Operations, Brig. Gen. Gilad Keinan, commanded the strike in real-time from the IAF control room. This comes after Iran launched in what it described as the “20th wave” of retaliatory strikes on Israel using a wave of missile attacks including the powerful ‘Khorramshahr-4’. Israel's Operation Rising Lion entered tenth day today.&nbsp;&nbsp;"In broad daylight, we surprised the ‘Imam Hussein’ missile headquarters in central Iran, the furthest target we’ve struck to date. We destroyed Khorramshahr missiles before they were launched at Israel and struck tunnels used to store the missiles. We are continuing waves of strikes across Iran, disrupting the enemy’s ability to launch salvos into Israeli territory, degrading their firepower capabilities, and operating decisively to defend the Israeli home front and reduce rocket fire,” IDF said in a statement.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, the IDF reported that approximately 30 IAF fighter jets, with guidance from the IDF Intelligence Directorate, struck dozens of military targets throughout Iran on Sunday with over 60 munitions. In parallel, missile launchers were struck in Isfahan, Bushehr, and Ahvaz. Strikes were also conducted on military sites involved in the production of aerial defense batteries, the ‘Third Brigade’ UAV command center, and a UAV storage facility near the command centre.<h2>What is Khorramshahr?</h2>Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) said that among the many missiles used in the wave of strikes was the deadly Khorramshahr-4 missile, also called Kheibar. The Khorramshahr-4 missile is an Iranian liquid-fuelled, medium-range ballistic missile developed by the Iranian state-owned defence company Aerospace Industries Organisation (AIO). The Khorramshahr-4 missile was first test-fired in January 2017 and publicly displayed at a September 2017 military parade in Tehran. A variant of Khorramshahr with a smaller and lighter re-entry vehicle than the previous version was paraded in Tehran in September 2019. According to Iranian officials, the missile has a range of 2,000 km and is capable of carrying multiple warheads of up to 1,800 kg.<h2>US hits Iran in major escalation&nbsp;</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.”

Iran used ‘Khorramshahr - 4’ in its 20th wave” of retaliatory strikes on Israel. In response, Israel hit Khorramshahr missile storage facilities near Yazd for first time

The Israel Defence Forces confirmed on Sunday (June 22) that Israeli Air Force fighter jets flew over Iranian territory and began striking storage facilities containing long-range surface-to-surface missiles, known as “Khorramshahr,” in the Yazd area - for the first time. Israeli Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, and Head of Air Operations, Brig. Gen. Gilad Keinan, commanded the strike in real-time from the IAF control room. This comes after Iran launched in what it described as the “20th wave” of retaliatory strikes on Israel using a wave of missile attacks including the powerful ‘Khorramshahr-4’. Israel's Operation Rising Lion entered tenth day today. "In broad daylight, we surprised the ‘Imam Hussein’ missile headquarters in central Iran, the furthest target we’ve struck to date. We destroyed Khorramshahr missiles before they were launched at Israel and struck tunnels used to store the missiles. We are continuing waves of strikes across Iran, disrupting the enemy’s ability to launch salvos into Israeli territory, degrading their firepower capabilities, and operating decisively to defend the Israeli home front and reduce rocket fire,” IDF said in a statement. Earlier in the day, the IDF reported that approximately 30 IAF fighter jets, with guidance from the IDF Intelligence Directorate, struck dozens of military targets throughout Iran on Sunday with over 60 munitions. In parallel, missile launchers were struck in Isfahan, Bushehr, and Ahvaz. Strikes were also conducted on military sites involved in the production of aerial defense batteries, the ‘Third Brigade’ UAV command center, and a UAV storage facility near the command centre. What is Khorramshahr? Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) said that among the many missiles used in the wave of strikes was the deadly Khorramshahr-4 missile, also called Kheibar. The Khorramshahr-4 missile is an Iranian liquid-fuelled, medium-range ballistic missile developed by the Iranian state-owned defence company Aerospace Industries Organisation (AIO). The Khorramshahr-4 missile was first test-fired in January 2017 and publicly displayed at a September 2017 military parade in Tehran. A variant of Khorramshahr with a smaller and lighter re-entry vehicle than the previous version was paraded in Tehran in September 2019. According to Iranian officials, the missile has a range of 2,000 km and is capable of carrying multiple warheads of up to 1,800 kg. US hits Iran in major escalation 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.”

Iran used ‘Khorramshahr - 4’ in its 20th wave” of retaliatory strikes on Israel. In response, Israel hit Khorramshahr missile storage facilities near Yazd for first time

'2,200km Away': Israel strikes Khorramshahr missile storage facilities in Iran for first time | What is Khorramshahr-4?

US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday (June 22) that the United States was not at war with Iran but at war with its nuclear program. Vance also declined to confirm with 100% certainty that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely destroyed, saying instead that he believes the US has “substantially delayed” Iran’s ability to develop a nuclear weapon. This comes after Trump said he had "obliterated" Iran's main nuclear sites in strikes overnight with massive bunker-busting bombs, joining Israel's assault against Tehran. The US Vice President also accused Iran of not negotiating in good faith, which he said served as a catalyst for US strikes. The US had been in diplomatic talks with Iran about Tehran's nuclear program. Vance added that the Trump administration "had no interest in boots on the ground." Iran, which says its nuclear program is peaceful, is a party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, while Israel is not.&nbsp;"We're not at war with Iran. We're at war with Iran's nuclear program. I think that we have really pushed their program back by a very long time. I think that it's going to be many, many years before the Iranians are going to be able to develop a nuclear weapon."," Vance said in an interview on NBC.&nbsp;Asked if he was 100% sure the nuclear sites were destroyed, he said, “I’m not going to get into sensitive intelligence about what we’ve seen on the ground there in Iran, but we’ve seen a lot, and I feel very confident that we’ve substantially delayed their development of a nuclear weapon, and that was the goal of this attack.” Pressed again about whether Fordow was damaged or obliterated, he said: “Severely damaged versus obliterated — I’m not exactly sure what the difference is. What we know is we set their nuclear programme back substantially.”&nbsp;Reiterating what US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said about regime change in Iran, Vance said, "We don't want a regime change. We do not want to protract this... We want to end the nuclear program, and then we want to talk to the Iranians about a long-term settlement here."&nbsp;<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.”&nbsp;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 Vice President JD Vance accused Iran of not negotiating in good faith, which he said served as a catalyst for US strikes

US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday (June 22) that the United States was not at war with Iran but at war with its nuclear program. Vance also declined to confirm with 100% certainty that Iran’s nuclear sites were completely destroyed, saying instead that he believes the US has “substantially delayed” Iran’s ability to develop a nuclear weapon. This comes after Trump said he had "obliterated" Iran's main nuclear sites in strikes overnight with massive bunker-busting bombs, joining Israel's assault against Tehran. The US Vice President also accused Iran of not negotiating in good faith, which he said served as a catalyst for US strikes. The US had been in diplomatic talks with Iran about Tehran's nuclear program. Vance added that the Trump administration "had no interest in boots on the ground." Iran, which says its nuclear program is peaceful, is a party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, while Israel is not. "We're not at war with Iran. We're at war with Iran's nuclear program. I think that we have really pushed their program back by a very long time. I think that it's going to be many, many years before the Iranians are going to be able to develop a nuclear weapon."," Vance said in an interview on NBC. Asked if he was 100% sure the nuclear sites were destroyed, he said, “I’m not going to get into sensitive intelligence about what we’ve seen on the ground there in Iran, but we’ve seen a lot, and I feel very confident that we’ve substantially delayed their development of a nuclear weapon, and that was the goal of this attack.” Pressed again about whether Fordow was damaged or obliterated, he said: “Severely damaged versus obliterated — I’m not exactly sure what the difference is. What we know is we set their nuclear programme back substantially.” Reiterating what US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said about regime change in Iran, Vance said, "We don't want a regime change. We do not want to protract this... We want to end the nuclear program, and then we want to talk to the Iranians about a long-term settlement here." 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.”

US Vice President JD Vance accused Iran of not negotiating in good faith, which he said served as a catalyst for US strikes

'Not at war with Iran but...': JD Vance reveals motive behind US attack on Iranian nuclear sites

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Iran against trying to close the Strait of Hormuz, saying that it will be another terrible mistake by Tehran, and the decision would be economic suicide for the Islamic Republic. Rubio, who also serves as national security adviser, made the comments on the ‘Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo’ show on Fox News. Rubio also warned Iran against trying any retaliation against US over the strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and said that such an action would be “the worst mistake they’ve ever made.”&nbsp;When Maria Bartiromo asked Rubio if he expects Iran to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt oil transportation, Rubio said, “If they do that, it will be another terrible mistake. It’s economic suicide for them if they do it, and we retain options to deal with that.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/MariaBartiromo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MariaBartiromo</a>: Do you expect Iran to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt oil transportation?<a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a>: &quot;If they do that, it will be another terrible mistake. It&#39;s economic suicide for them if they do it, and we retain options to deal with that.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/Y9aIxDw0XY">pic.twitter.com/Y9aIxDw0XY</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1936794523931193610?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He also warned Iran against trying any misadventure of retaliation for the strikes and said it should turn to diplomacy.“What happens next will now depend on what Iran chooses to do next. If they choose the path of diplomacy, we’re ready. We can do a deal that’s good for them, the Iranian people, and good for the world. If they choose another route, then there’ll be consequences,” the Secretary of State said in the ‘Face the Nation’ show on CBS News.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a>: &quot;What happens next will now depend on what Iran chooses to do next. If they choose the path of diplomacy, we&#39;re ready. We can do a deal that&#39;s good for them, the Iranian people, and good for the world. If they choose another route, then there&#39;ll be consequences.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/f6ydFNq8RH">pic.twitter.com/f6ydFNq8RH</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1936796747004625082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He added that the offer for diplomacy with Iran is still open and that regime change is “not the goal” of the United States.“The President said very clearly, we have 60 days to make progress on a deal, and if we don’t, I’m going to deal with it differently... [Our military] went in, they did what they needed to do with precision and skill that no other military in the world can do, and they left.” &nbsp;Slamming Iran for not being sincere during the 60-day window for talks offered by President Trump, Rubio said Tehran was trying to play its old games. “They thought they could do with President Trump what they’ve done with presidents in the past and get away with it — and they found out last night that they can’t,” Rubio added.“This is a President that tells you what he’s going to do and then he does it.”&nbsp;“We achieved our objective. No one, after last night, should be under any illusions ... When this President says he’s going to do something, he’s not just wasting words. He means it,” the secretary said.“There is no country in the world that can do what the United States did last night ... It was executed with extraordinary skill, and I think it demonstrates the capabilities we have.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a>: &quot;Why does Hamas exist? Because of Iran... Who built the IEDs that maimed and killed American soldiers in Iraq? Iran. They&#39;re behind every problem in this region... Imagine those people having a nuclear weapon... That is unacceptable.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/bgmt6erQKf">pic.twitter.com/bgmt6erQKf</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1936792593301385714?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Blaming Iran for the multiple problems and the instability in the Middle East, Rubio said, “Why does Hezbollah exist? Why does Hamas exist? Because of Iran... Who built the IEDs that maimed and killed American soldiers in Iraq? Iran. They’re behind every problem in this region... Imagine those people having a nuclear weapon... That is unacceptable.”

Slamming Iran for not being sincere during the talks, Rubio said Tehran was trying to play its old games. “They thought they could do with President Trump what they’ve done with presidents in the past and get away with it — and they found out last night that they can’t,” Rubio added.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Iran against trying to close the Strait of Hormuz, saying that it will be another terrible mistake by Tehran, and the decision would be economic suicide for the Islamic Republic. Rubio, who also serves as national security adviser, made the comments on the ‘Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo’ show on Fox News. Rubio also warned Iran against trying any retaliation against US over the strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and said that such an action would be “the worst mistake they’ve ever made.” When Maria Bartiromo asked Rubio if he expects Iran to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt oil transportation, Rubio said, “If they do that, it will be another terrible mistake. It’s economic suicide for them if they do it, and we retain options to deal with that.”

Slamming Iran for not being sincere during the talks, Rubio said Tehran was trying to play its old games. “They thought they could do with President Trump what they’ve done with presidents in the past and get away with it — and they found out last night that they can’t,” Rubio added.

If Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, it will be economic suicide for them: Marco Rubio

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

Hours after the United States hit three crucial nuclear facilities in Iran, targeting them with bunker buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles, Tehran said on Sunday that its “knowledge” in the nuclear field “cannot be destroyed” by any military assault. “They should know that this industry has roots in our country, and the roots of this national industry cannot be destroyed,” said Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, according to Tasnim news agency.&nbsp; “Of course, we have suffered damage, but this is not the first time that the industry has suffered damage,” Kamalvandi stressed.&nbsp;Iran’s government, meanwhile, has said that there is no immediate danger to the public after the United States struck three of its nuclear sites.“There is no danger to the people living on the outskirts of our nuclear areas,” spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on state television. “The people of Natanz, Isfahan and Fordo can continue their lives.”&nbsp;Earlier, before the US strikes, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had said in an interview that if Israel or its allies destroy one nuclear facility or two, Iran can rebuild them because the knowledge is there.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Suppose they destroy one [nuclear] facility or two, we can rebuild them because the knowledge is there. The technology is there. We have achieved that ourselves,” said Araghchi during his NBC News interview on Friday.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“Suppose they destroy one [nuclear] facility or two, we can rebuild them because the knowledge is there. The technology is there. We have achieved that ourselves,” said Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi during his NBC News interview on Friday <a href="https://t.co/y5qTC3kWhQ">pic.twitter.com/y5qTC3kWhQ</a>&mdash; The New Region (@thenewregion) <a href="https://twitter.com/thenewregion/status/1936246109938368684?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>US expecting retaliation, on high alert: Official</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the US is on high alert as it is expecting a retaliation of some sort by Iran following the strikes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Measures have been increased incrementally over the last two weeks to protect the nearly 40,000 troops in the Middle East region, said a US official, who was not authorised to speak publicly. The Army has been at the third of four levels of alert at most places, the official said. The official further said that Iran’s ability to counterattack has been degraded massively by Israeli airstrikes, but Iran is still believed to have some offensive capacity, including drones that could target US bases in the region.

Iran’s government, meanwhile, has said that there is no immediate danger to the public after the United States struck three of its nuclear sites. “There is no danger to the people living on the outskirts of our nuclear areas,” spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on state television.

Hours after the United States hit three crucial nuclear facilities in Iran, targeting them with bunker buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles, Tehran said on Sunday that its “knowledge” in the nuclear field “cannot be destroyed” by any military assault. “They should know that this industry has roots in our country, and the roots of this national industry cannot be destroyed,” said Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, according to Tasnim news agency. “Of course, we have suffered damage, but this is not the first time that the industry has suffered damage,” Kamalvandi stressed. Iran’s government, meanwhile, has said that there is no immediate danger to the public after the United States struck three of its nuclear sites. “There is no danger to the people living on the outskirts of our nuclear areas,” spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on state television. “The people of Natanz, Isfahan and Fordo can continue their lives.” Earlier, before the US strikes, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had said in an interview that if Israel or its allies destroy one nuclear facility or two, Iran can rebuild them because the knowledge is there. “Suppose they destroy one [nuclear] facility or two, we can rebuild them because the knowledge is there. The technology is there. We have achieved that ourselves,” said Araghchi during his NBC News interview on Friday.

Iran’s government, meanwhile, has said that there is no immediate danger to the public after the United States struck three of its nuclear sites. “There is no danger to the people living on the outskirts of our nuclear areas,” spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on state television.

Iran says ‘they‘ can destroy facilities, but cannot destroy ‘our nuclear know-how’

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday (June 22) said that American strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not a preamble to plans for regime change, &nbsp;adding that private messages had been sent to Tehran encouraging them to negotiate. However, Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, adding that US forces were postured to defend themselves, and take action if needed. Hegseth said the US hit Iran under Operation Midnight Hammer, adding that it was successful and it “devastated the Iranian nuclear program.” He also said that they did not hit Iranian civilians.&nbsp;“This mission was not about regime change, the president authorised a precision operation to neutralize the threat to our national interest posed by Iranian nuclear programme and active self-defence of our troops and our ally, Israel,” he said.<h2>US enters Israel-Iran war</h2>His statement came after said that ‘there will either be peace or tragedy in Iran' in his address earlier today. 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.” &nbsp;As America entered the war, Donald Trump also said, "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.”&nbsp;

Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, adding that US forces were postured to defend themselves

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday (June 22) said that American strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not a preamble to plans for regime change, adding that private messages had been sent to Tehran encouraging them to negotiate. However, Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, adding that US forces were postured to defend themselves, and take action if needed. Hegseth said the US hit Iran under Operation Midnight Hammer, adding that it was successful and it “devastated the Iranian nuclear program.” He also said that they did not hit Iranian civilians. “This mission was not about regime change, the president authorised a precision operation to neutralize the threat to our national interest posed by Iranian nuclear programme and active self-defence of our troops and our ally, Israel,” he said. US enters Israel-Iran war His statement came after said that ‘there will either be peace or tragedy in Iran' in his address earlier today. 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 also said, "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.”

Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, adding that US forces were postured to defend themselves

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The United States' decision to join Israel in direct strikes on Iran's nuclear sites marks a significant escalation in a long and turbulent history. However, this conflict is not new, it didn't begin in 2025, nor in 1979, but decades earlier with oil, colonial interests, and a CIA-backed coup. There is a decade long struggle for power between Iran and the West. Here's a detailed look at how nearly a century of intervention, revolution, nuclear diplomacy, and proxy wars have led to the current flashpoint. The earliest known point of the conflict was in 1951.&nbsp;<h2>1951–1953: The Oil Crisis and Mossadegh's Fall</h2>In the early 50's Iran had a liberal Prime Minister nurturing a delicate democracy, who believed in shipping the country's oil resources offshore and using that wealth in investing on the country and it's people. The Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh’s nationalisation of the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company in 1951, however, threatened British and Western oil interests. The response was very swift and covert. In 1953, the CIA and British intelligence orchestrated a coup also known as 'Operation Ajax', deposing Mossadegh and restoring the Shah to power, this was proved through a declassified document of the CIA which admits to 'Ajax' 'having a hand' in demonstrations that spilled onto the streets of Tehran. The Shah’s government later signed the 1954 Consortium Agreement, giving British, American, and French oil firms 40% ownership of Iran’s oil for 25 years.&nbsp;<h2>1957: Nuclear Cooperation Begins</h2>&nbsp;Under President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s 'Atoms for Peace' initiative, Iran received nuclear technology from the US. This was after the US and Iran signed the Cooperation Concerning Civil Uses of Atoms agreement. This cooperation laid the groundwork for Iran’s nuclear programme, with the US even supplying weapons-grade uranium and a reactor.&nbsp;<h2>1979: Revolution and Rupture</h2>&nbsp;A popular uprising overthrew the US-backed Shah in 1979, replacing the monarchy with Ayatollah Khomeini’s Islamic Republic. That year, Iranian protestors also seized the US Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage for about 444 days. Khomeini took power as the supreme leader in December, resultantly turning Iran from a pro-West monarchy to a vehemently anti-West Islamic theocracy. As a result, the diplomatic ties between the two countries were severed and never fully restored. The Iranian oil imports were sanctioned and Iranian assets were blocked.&nbsp;<h2>1980s: Proxy War and Sanctions</h2>&nbsp;During the Iran-Iraq War (1980–88), the US supported Saddam Hussein’s Iraq against the war, despite Iraq's use of chemical weapons. Iran paid a heavy price, losing over a million people in the conflict. In 1988, the US Navy accidently shot down an Iranian passenger plane, killing all 290 civilians on-board. The US also imposed heavy sanctions throughout the decade.&nbsp;<h2>1990s: Isolation Deepens</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>The US ramped up sanctions under Presidents Bush and Clinton administrations. The 1996 Iran and Libya Sanctions Act targeted foreign investment in Iran’s energy sector imposing an embargo against these non-American companies investing more than $20 million per year. Meanwhile, Qasem Soleimani rose through the ranks of the IRGC, eventually leading the Quds Force, Iran’s elite military unit focused on foreign operations.&nbsp;<h2>2000s: Axis of Evil and Nuclear Suspicion</h2>&nbsp;In 2002, President George W. Bush labelled Iran part of the "Axis of Evil" along with Iraq and N. Korea. Even though Iran helped the US post-9/11 against the Taliban, tensions escalated over nuclear development. In 2003 found traces of enriched uranium, however, Iran denies plans for a bomb. By 2006, Iran was enriching uranium and dismissing Western concerns.&nbsp;<h2>2015: The Nuclear Deal</h2>&nbsp;After years of negotiation, Iran finally signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with the US and world powers in 2015. This deal limited Iran’s nuclear programme in exchange for easing the sanctions. President Obama called it a historic step toward non-proliferation.&nbsp;<h2>2018: Trump Withdraws</h2>&nbsp;President Donald Trump withdrew from the JCPOA, calling it 'one-sided' and 'the worst deal ever'. He reinstated sanctions under a 'maximum pressure' campaign on Iran. Iran responded by ramping up uranium enrichment, breaching the deal’s limits. Trump later designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) which is a branch of the Iranian army—a foreign terrorist organization (FTO).&nbsp;<h2>2020: Soleimani’s Assassination</h2>&nbsp;In January 2020, the US killed Qasem Soleimani in a drone strike in Baghdad after Trump's order. Soleimani was considered as the most powerful person after Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with missile strikes on US bases in Iraq, in the process, accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian passenger jet. The move marked a sharp deterioration in relations. Iran's parliament approves a bill to boost uranium enrichment to 20 per cent which was far beyond the concentrations permitted by the JCPOA.&nbsp;<h2>2021–2022: Stalled Diplomacy</h2>&nbsp;The Biden administration attempted to revive the nuclear deal, but talks stalled, particularly after hardliner Ebrahim Raisi became the president of Iran. Iran began supplying drones to Russia during the Ukraine war, further straining relations with the West.&nbsp;<h2>2023: A Fragile Thaw</h2>In 2023, the US and Iran conducted a prisoner swap, and $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds were released. The Republican lawmakers, however, criticise the deal, which is said to be mediated by governments including Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, as a ransom paid to a hostile government. But the detente was short-lived. In October, Hamas attacked Israel killing more than 1,200 civilians. Though Iran denied involvement, tensions soared again.&nbsp;<h2>2024: Direct Attacks Begin</h2>&nbsp;For the first time ever, Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel in April and again in October. Israel retaliated with its largest direct attack on Iranian soil, with the help of US military and intelligence support.&nbsp;<h2>2025: From Pressure to War</h2>&nbsp;January: Trump returned to office for the second time, and revived his 'maximum pressure' strategy on Iran. March: The US and Iran began a series of negotiations aimed at reaching a nuclear peace agreement following a letter sent by Trump to Khamenei, the letter set a two-month deadline for the agreement. April–May: Indirect talks between US and Iran, mediated by Oman and held in Rome failed. Iran refused to halt uranium enrichment. June 13: Israel bombed major Iranian nuclear facilities. Trump initially distanced himself. June 22: The US officially entered the conflict, targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites. President Trump called it 'a clear warning'. Khamenei went into hiding into a secure underground bunker, fearing an assassination attempt. In a televised statement, Trump said, "Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated." He confirmed that 30 Tomahawk missiles and six GBU-57 bunker-busters were used. &nbsp;

There is a decade long struggle for power between Iran and the West. Here's a detailed look at how nearly a century of intervention, revolution, nuclear diplomacy and proxy wars have led to the current flashpoint. The earliest known point of the conflict was in 1951.

The United States' decision to join Israel in direct strikes on Iran's nuclear sites marks a significant escalation in a long and turbulent history. However, this conflict is not new, it didn't begin in 2025, nor in 1979, but decades earlier with oil, colonial interests, and a CIA-backed coup. There is a decade long struggle for power between Iran and the West. Here's a detailed look at how nearly a century of intervention, revolution, nuclear diplomacy, and proxy wars have led to the current flashpoint. The earliest known point of the conflict was in 1951. 1951–1953: The Oil Crisis and Mossadegh's Fall In the early 50's Iran had a liberal Prime Minister nurturing a delicate democracy, who believed in shipping the country's oil resources offshore and using that wealth in investing on the country and it's people. The Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh’s nationalisation of the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company in 1951, however, threatened British and Western oil interests. The response was very swift and covert. In 1953, the CIA and British intelligence orchestrated a coup also known as 'Operation Ajax', deposing Mossadegh and restoring the Shah to power, this was proved through a declassified document of the CIA which admits to 'Ajax' 'having a hand' in demonstrations that spilled onto the streets of Tehran. The Shah’s government later signed the 1954 Consortium Agreement, giving British, American, and French oil firms 40% ownership of Iran’s oil for 25 years. 1957: Nuclear Cooperation Begins Under President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s 'Atoms for Peace' initiative, Iran received nuclear technology from the US. This was after the US and Iran signed the Cooperation Concerning Civil Uses of Atoms agreement. This cooperation laid the groundwork for Iran’s nuclear programme, with the US even supplying weapons-grade uranium and a reactor. 1979: Revolution and Rupture A popular uprising overthrew the US-backed Shah in 1979, replacing the monarchy with Ayatollah Khomeini’s Islamic Republic. That year, Iranian protestors also seized the US Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage for about 444 days. Khomeini took power as the supreme leader in December, resultantly turning Iran from a pro-West monarchy to a vehemently anti-West Islamic theocracy. As a result, the diplomatic ties between the two countries were severed and never fully restored. The Iranian oil imports were sanctioned and Iranian assets were blocked. 1980s: Proxy War and Sanctions During the Iran-Iraq War (1980–88), the US supported Saddam Hussein’s Iraq against the war, despite Iraq's use of chemical weapons. Iran paid a heavy price, losing over a million people in the conflict. In 1988, the US Navy accidently shot down an Iranian passenger plane, killing all 290 civilians on-board. The US also imposed heavy sanctions throughout the decade. 1990s: Isolation Deepens The US ramped up sanctions under Presidents Bush and Clinton administrations. The 1996 Iran and Libya Sanctions Act targeted foreign investment in Iran’s energy sector imposing an embargo against these non-American companies investing more than $20 million per year. Meanwhile, Qasem Soleimani rose through the ranks of the IRGC, eventually leading the Quds Force, Iran’s elite military unit focused on foreign operations. 2000s: Axis of Evil and Nuclear Suspicion In 2002, President George W. Bush labelled Iran part of the "Axis of Evil" along with Iraq and N. Korea. Even though Iran helped the US post-9/11 against the Taliban, tensions escalated over nuclear development. In 2003 found traces of enriched uranium, however, Iran denies plans for a bomb. By 2006, Iran was enriching uranium and dismissing Western concerns. 2015: The Nuclear Deal After years of negotiation, Iran finally signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with the US and world powers in 2015. This deal limited Iran’s nuclear programme in exchange for easing the sanctions. President Obama called it a historic step toward non-proliferation. 2018: Trump Withdraws President Donald Trump withdrew from the JCPOA, calling it 'one-sided' and 'the worst deal ever'. He reinstated sanctions under a 'maximum pressure' campaign on Iran. Iran responded by ramping up uranium enrichment, breaching the deal’s limits. Trump later designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) which is a branch of the Iranian army—a foreign terrorist organization (FTO). 2020: Soleimani’s Assassination In January 2020, the US killed Qasem Soleimani in a drone strike in Baghdad after Trump's order. Soleimani was considered as the most powerful person after Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with missile strikes on US bases in Iraq, in the process, accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian passenger jet. The move marked a sharp deterioration in relations. Iran's parliament approves a bill to boost uranium enrichment to 20 per cent which was far beyond the concentrations permitted by the JCPOA. 2021–2022: Stalled Diplomacy The Biden administration attempted to revive the nuclear deal, but talks stalled, particularly after hardliner Ebrahim Raisi became the president of Iran. Iran began supplying drones to Russia during the Ukraine war, further straining relations with the West. 2023: A Fragile Thaw In 2023, the US and Iran conducted a prisoner swap, and $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds were released. The Republican lawmakers, however, criticise the deal, which is said to be mediated by governments including Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, as a ransom paid to a hostile government. But the detente was short-lived. In October, Hamas attacked Israel killing more than 1,200 civilians. Though Iran denied involvement, tensions soared again. 2024: Direct Attacks Begin For the first time ever, Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel in April and again in October. Israel retaliated with its largest direct attack on Iranian soil, with the help of US military and intelligence support. 2025: From Pressure to War January: Trump returned to office for the second time, and revived his 'maximum pressure' strategy on Iran. March: The US and Iran began a series of negotiations aimed at reaching a nuclear peace agreement following a letter sent by Trump to Khamenei, the letter set a two-month deadline for the agreement. April–May: Indirect talks between US and Iran, mediated by Oman and held in Rome failed. Iran refused to halt uranium enrichment. June 13: Israel bombed major Iranian nuclear facilities. Trump initially distanced himself. June 22: The US officially entered the conflict, targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites. President Trump called it 'a clear warning'. Khamenei went into hiding into a secure underground bunker, fearing an assassination attempt. In a televised statement, Trump said, "Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated." He confirmed that 30 Tomahawk missiles and six GBU-57 bunker-busters were used.

There is a decade long struggle for power between Iran and the West. Here's a detailed look at how nearly a century of intervention, revolution, nuclear diplomacy, and proxy wars have led to the current flashpoint. The earliest known point of the conflict was in 1951.

Explained | A history of treachery, treaties, and the blade of war: Understanding the US–Iran love–hate saga

Tensions between Iran-US escalated sharply after Washington bombed three nuclear facilities in Iran, warning of further “precision strikes” unless Tehran backed down from its conflict with Israel. The US hit nuclear sites located in Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan, targets long associated with Iran’s uranium enrichment programme. This dramatic move came just days after President Donald Trump had publicly hinted at deciding on Iran “within two weeks.” President Trump, addressing reporters from the Oval Office, warned, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.”Iran had previously issued warnings to deter Trump from supporting Israel’s strikes, but the situation spiralled regardless. With the US now directly involved, Tehran is expected to retaliate, though its options remain limited and risky.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>Fears of a repeat of 1979 US embassy crisis</h2>There is growing concern in Washington about the safety of Americans abroad, with comparisons being drawn to the 1979 hostage crisis in Tehran. In 1979, where 66 US personnel were held for 444 days, damaged American prestige and contributed to President Jimmy Carter’s defeat.Despite tighter security now, over 40,000 US troops are currently deployed in the region, making them potential targets for Iranian revenge.<h2>‘This is what they do’: Expert warns of asymmetric attacks</h2>Richard Haass, a former advisor during the Iraq war, told CNN that Iran has several methods at its disposal to harm US interests. “They can act asymmetrically… with terrorism, militias, hostage-taking. It’s what they do,” he said.He said that Trump’s decision to drop multiple “bunker buster” bomb, designed to penetrate deeply buried sites, on Fordow had serious consequences. “We’ve got to prepare for the worst. These are unprecedented times,” Haass said.<h2>Iranian TV threatens Americans: ‘You started it, we’ll end it’</h2>Iranian state-controlled media was quick to issue threats following the US airstrikes. “Mr. Trump, you started it, and we will end it… Every American citizen or military personnel in the region is now a target,” one broadcast declared. The same network aired maps of US military bases in the region, claiming they were within firing range of Iranian weapons.While Iran’s conventional responses have had limited success, experts warn that Tehran could turn to asymmetric methods, similar to its past strategies in Iraq and Afghanistan. The October 7 attack on Israel, which claimed over 1,000 lives, is also cited as an example of how deadly such operations can be.<h2>California steps up security amid domestic concerns</h2>Governor Gavin Newsom responded to the development by posting on social media that California’s State Threat Assessment Center was monitoring for any potential domestic impact. “While there are no specific or credible counter threats we are aware of at this time, we urge everyone to stay vigilant,” he wrote.<h2>Iran may retaliate to restore deterrence</h2>Analysts believe Iran’s leadership may feel compelled to respond forcefully to maintain its image and credibility. Jonathan Panikoff from the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative told The New York Times, “Then you’re looking at a significant escalatory spiral that could get out of hand quickly.”

Iran had previously issued warnings to deter Trump from supporting Israel’s strikes, but the situation spiralled regardless. With the US now directly involved, Tehran is expected to retaliate, though its options remain limited and risky.

Tensions between Iran-US escalated sharply after Washington bombed three nuclear facilities in Iran, warning of further “precision strikes” unless Tehran backed down from its conflict with Israel. The US hit nuclear sites located in Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan, targets long associated with Iran’s uranium enrichment programme. This dramatic move came just days after President Donald Trump had publicly hinted at deciding on Iran “within two weeks.” President Trump, addressing reporters from the Oval Office, warned, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.” Iran had previously issued warnings to deter Trump from supporting Israel’s strikes, but the situation spiralled regardless. With the US now directly involved, Tehran is expected to retaliate, though its options remain limited and risky. Also read: Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings Fears of a repeat of 1979 US embassy crisis There is growing concern in Washington about the safety of Americans abroad, with comparisons being drawn to the 1979 hostage crisis in Tehran. In 1979, where 66 US personnel were held for 444 days, damaged American prestige and contributed to President Jimmy Carter’s defeat. Despite tighter security now, over 40,000 US troops are currently deployed in the region, making them potential targets for Iranian revenge. ‘This is what they do’: Expert warns of asymmetric attacks Richard Haass, a former advisor during the Iraq war, told CNN that Iran has several methods at its disposal to harm US interests. “They can act asymmetrically… with terrorism, militias, hostage-taking. It’s what they do,” he said. He said that Trump’s decision to drop multiple “bunker buster” bomb, designed to penetrate deeply buried sites, on Fordow had serious consequences. “We’ve got to prepare for the worst. These are unprecedented times,” Haass said. Iranian TV threatens Americans: ‘You started it, we’ll end it’ Iranian state-controlled media was quick to issue threats following the US airstrikes. “Mr. Trump, you started it, and we will end it… Every American citizen or military personnel in the region is now a target,” one broadcast declared. The same network aired maps of US military bases in the region, claiming they were within firing range of Iranian weapons. While Iran’s conventional responses have had limited success, experts warn that Tehran could turn to asymmetric methods, similar to its past strategies in Iraq and Afghanistan. The October 7 attack on Israel, which claimed over 1,000 lives, is also cited as an example of how deadly such operations can be. California steps up security amid domestic concerns Governor Gavin Newsom responded to the development by posting on social media that California’s State Threat Assessment Center was monitoring for any potential domestic impact. “While there are no specific or credible counter threats we are aware of at this time, we urge everyone to stay vigilant,” he wrote. Iran may retaliate to restore deterrence Analysts believe Iran’s leadership may feel compelled to respond forcefully to maintain its image and credibility. Jonathan Panikoff from the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative told The New York Times, “Then you’re looking at a significant escalatory spiral that could get out of hand quickly.”

Iran had previously issued warnings to deter Trump from supporting Israel’s strikes, but the situation spiralled regardless. With the US now directly involved, Tehran is expected to retaliate, though its options remain limited and risky.

'Every American now a target': US citizens at risk of 'hostage-taking' after Trump strikes Iran’s nuclear sites

In a big statement, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev claimed on Sunday (June 22) that a “number of countries are ready to supply Iran with nuclear warheads" after the US joined Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Medvedev, who has served as Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council since 2020, blamed America for entangling the conflict. He said that the Iranian leadership has survived and, in all probability, it will continue the enrichment of nuclear material, and thereby the development of nuclear weapons, after this strike by the US.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Iran’s political regime has survived — and in all likelihood, has come out even stronger. The people are rallying around the country’s spiritual leadership, including those who were previously indifferent or opposed to it...The enrichment of nuclear material — and, now we can say it outright, the future production of nuclear weapons — will continue. A number of countries are ready to directly supply Iran with their own nuclear warheads," he said.&nbsp;Stating the dangers of the escalating war on Israel and US, he said, "Israel is under attack, explosions are rocking the country, and people are panicking. The US is now entangled in a new conflict, with prospects of a ground operation looming on the horizon."&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750592419740.png"></figure><h2>Russian reaction on US strike&nbsp;</h2>The Russian news agency TASS had earlier reported that Putin has no plans to speak to Trump after the US strikes on Iran but a call can be arranged if need be. The Russian foreign ministry in a statement "strongly condemned" the United States' bombings of nuclear sites in Iran, calling the attacks "irresponsible" and a "gross violation of international law". "It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun, fraught with further undermining of regional and global security."&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier today, addressing a press conference in Istanbul, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States “betrayed diplomacy”. Abbas Araghchi said that there is no room for diplomacy with the West, but called Russia “a friend of Iran.” The Iranian foreign minister also informed that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Russia is a friend of Iran and we enjoy a strategic partnership. We always consult with each other and coordinate our positions. I will have serious consultations with the Russian president tomorrow, and we will continue to work with each other,” Araghchi said, noting that Russia was one of the signatories of the JCPOA.<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.” &nbsp;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.”&nbsp;

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev blamed America for entangling the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel

In a big statement, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev claimed on Sunday (June 22) that a “number of countries are ready to supply Iran with nuclear warheads" after the US joined Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Medvedev, who has served as Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council since 2020, blamed America for entangling the conflict. He said that the Iranian leadership has survived and, in all probability, it will continue the enrichment of nuclear material, and thereby the development of nuclear weapons, after this strike by the US. "Iran’s political regime has survived — and in all likelihood, has come out even stronger. The people are rallying around the country’s spiritual leadership, including those who were previously indifferent or opposed to it...The enrichment of nuclear material — and, now we can say it outright, the future production of nuclear weapons — will continue. A number of countries are ready to directly supply Iran with their own nuclear warheads," he said. Stating the dangers of the escalating war on Israel and US, he said, "Israel is under attack, explosions are rocking the country, and people are panicking. The US is now entangled in a new conflict, with prospects of a ground operation looming on the horizon." Russian reaction on US strike The Russian news agency TASS had earlier reported that Putin has no plans to speak to Trump after the US strikes on Iran but a call can be arranged if need be. The Russian foreign ministry in a statement "strongly condemned" the United States' bombings of nuclear sites in Iran, calling the attacks "irresponsible" and a "gross violation of international law". "It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun, fraught with further undermining of regional and global security." Earlier today, addressing a press conference in Istanbul, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States “betrayed diplomacy”. Abbas Araghchi said that there is no room for diplomacy with the West, but called Russia “a friend of Iran.” The Iranian foreign minister also informed that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. “Russia is a friend of Iran and we enjoy a strategic partnership. We always consult with each other and coordinate our positions. I will have serious consultations with the Russian president tomorrow, and we will continue to work with each other,” Araghchi said, noting that Russia was one of the signatories of the JCPOA. 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.”

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev blamed America for entangling the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel

'Many countries ready to supply nuclear warheads...': BIG statement by Putin's aide after US strike on Iran

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

Tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated sharply after the United States bombed three major nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. The strikes came on the ninth day of Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, during which it targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, killing top scientists and military leaders. US President Donald Trump had earlier warned that he was considering bombing Iran. Following the attack, he declared, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.”<h2>How can Iran strike back?</h2>Iran had warned Washington against joining the conflict, but its ability to respond has been weakened by days of Israeli airstrikes that damaged long-range missile launchers. However, Iran still retains a large stock of short-range missiles and drones, which could be used in retaliation.To reduce vulnerability, the US has already repositioned its naval forces in the region and increased its air defence systems.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-how-israel-built-nuclear-weapons-and-kept-them-a-secret-for-decades-the-elaborate-deception-that-fooled-the-us-and-world-1750271364381">Israel-Iran war: How Israel built nuclear weapons and kept them a secret for decades? The elaborate deception that fooled the&nbsp;US&nbsp;and&nbsp;world</a><h2>Proxies may respond on Iran’s behalf</h2>One of Iran’s strongest tools has long been its regional network of allied militias, known as the “axis of resistance.” This includes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Kata’ib Hezbollah in Iraq, and the Houthis in Yemen. However, these groups have also been weakened. Hezbollah’s missile stockpile was hit hard by Israeli jets in 2023. In April this year, more Israeli airstrikes targeted a suspected weapons cache in Beirut.Still, Iran-backed militias continue to issue threats. Abu Ali al-Askari, a commander of Kata’ib Hezbollah, told CNN that US military bases would soon become “duck-hunting grounds.” The US currently has at least 19 bases in the Middle East, eight of them permanent. The Houthis, who agreed to a ceasefire with the US in May, have said they will consider the truce broken if American strikes on Iran continue. They have previously targeted US ships in the Red Sea, though with mixed success.<h2>Can Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz?</h2>Iran could also retaliate by targeting international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway just 55km wide at its narrowest point. Around 20 million barrels of oil pass through it daily, making it a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies.Some Iranian politicians have called for closing the strait, which would immediately raise global oil prices and trigger inflation in the US. However, this move could severely hurt Iran’s own economy, as its oil exports also rely on the same route. It could also force Gulf Arab countries, already angry over Israeli strikes, to enter the war to protect their interests.<h2>Delayed revenge not ruled out</h2>Iran has sometimes waited before responding to external attacks. Its foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, suggested a delayed and calculated response could still be on the table, saying Trump’s actions “will have everlasting consequences.”

Iran had warned Washington against joining the conflict, but its ability to respond has been weakened by days of Israeli airstrikes that damaged long-range missile launchers. However, Iran still retains a large stock of short-range missiles and drones, which could be used in retaliation.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated sharply after the United States bombed three major nuclear sites in Iran, Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. The strikes came on the ninth day of Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, during which it targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, killing top scientists and military leaders. US President Donald Trump had earlier warned that he was considering bombing Iran. Following the attack, he declared, “There will either be peace or tragedy for Iran, far greater than what we have witnessed over the last eight days.” How can Iran strike back? Iran had warned Washington against joining the conflict, but its ability to respond has been weakened by days of Israeli airstrikes that damaged long-range missile launchers. However, Iran still retains a large stock of short-range missiles and drones, which could be used in retaliation. To reduce vulnerability, the US has already repositioned its naval forces in the region and increased its air defence systems. Israel-Iran war: How Israel built nuclear weapons and kept them a secret for decades? The elaborate deception that fooled the US and world Proxies may respond on Iran’s behalf One of Iran’s strongest tools has long been its regional network of allied militias, known as the “axis of resistance.” This includes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Kata’ib Hezbollah in Iraq, and the Houthis in Yemen. However, these groups have also been weakened. Hezbollah’s missile stockpile was hit hard by Israeli jets in 2023. In April this year, more Israeli airstrikes targeted a suspected weapons cache in Beirut. Still, Iran-backed militias continue to issue threats. Abu Ali al-Askari, a commander of Kata’ib Hezbollah, told CNN that US military bases would soon become “duck-hunting grounds.” The US currently has at least 19 bases in the Middle East, eight of them permanent. The Houthis, who agreed to a ceasefire with the US in May, have said they will consider the truce broken if American strikes on Iran continue. They have previously targeted US ships in the Red Sea, though with mixed success. Can Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz? Iran could also retaliate by targeting international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway just 55km wide at its narrowest point. Around 20 million barrels of oil pass through it daily, making it a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies. Some Iranian politicians have called for closing the strait, which would immediately raise global oil prices and trigger inflation in the US. However, this move could severely hurt Iran’s own economy, as its oil exports also rely on the same route. It could also force Gulf Arab countries, already angry over Israeli strikes, to enter the war to protect their interests. Delayed revenge not ruled out Iran has sometimes waited before responding to external attacks. Its foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, suggested a delayed and calculated response could still be on the table, saying Trump’s actions “will have everlasting consequences.”

Iran had warned Washington against joining the conflict, but its ability to respond has been weakened by days of Israeli airstrikes that damaged long-range missile launchers. However, Iran still retains a large stock of short-range missiles and drones, which could be used in retaliation.

Israel-Iran war: Missiles, proxies or Strait of Hormuz? How Iran might hit back at the US after nuclear site bombings

Addressing a press conference in Istanbul after a US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States “betrayed diplomacy”. Abbas Araghchi said that there is no room for diplomacy but called Russia “a friend of Iran.” The Iranian foreign minister said that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Russia is a friend of Iran and we enjoy a strategic partnership,” he told the news conference in Istanbul. “We always consult with each other and coordinate our positions,” Araghchi said, noting that Russia was one of the signatories of the JCPOA. “I will have serious consultations with the Russian president tomorrow, and we will continue to work with each other.”<h2>Russian reaction&nbsp;</h2>Meanwhile, the Russian news agency TASS said that Putin has no plans to speak to Trump after the US strikes on Iran. However, it also said that a call can be arranged if need be. The Russian foreign ministry in a statement "strongly condemned" the United States' bombings of nuclear sites in Iran, calling the attacks "irresponsible" and a "gross violation of international law". "It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun, fraught with further undermining of regional and global security."&nbsp;<h2>What more &nbsp;Iranian foreign minister said in Istanbul?</h2>The Iranian foreign minister says it’s the responsibility of the “whole international community” to stop US threats against Iran, insisting his country’s nuclear programme has remained entirely peaceful. “Iran has done nothing wrong. We do not understand why Iran should be attacked for a false accusation that Iran is seeking nuclear weapons,” he said, noting it was the US that tore up the previous nuclear agreement and interrupted the latest round of talks with military strikes.&nbsp;“It’s up to the international community to condemn this, to prevent this,” Araghchi added. “Otherwise, there will be nothing left of international law.”He added that the Iranian people are “united and in solidarity with the government, and we stand firm against any aggression”.<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.” &nbsp;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.”

The Iranian foreign minister said that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. 

Addressing a press conference in Istanbul after a US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States “betrayed diplomacy”. Abbas Araghchi said that there is no room for diplomacy but called Russia “a friend of Iran.” The Iranian foreign minister said that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. “Russia is a friend of Iran and we enjoy a strategic partnership,” he told the news conference in Istanbul. “We always consult with each other and coordinate our positions,” Araghchi said, noting that Russia was one of the signatories of the JCPOA. “I will have serious consultations with the Russian president tomorrow, and we will continue to work with each other.” Russian reaction Meanwhile, the Russian news agency TASS said that Putin has no plans to speak to Trump after the US strikes on Iran. However, it also said that a call can be arranged if need be. The Russian foreign ministry in a statement "strongly condemned" the United States' bombings of nuclear sites in Iran, calling the attacks "irresponsible" and a "gross violation of international law". "It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun, fraught with further undermining of regional and global security." What more Iranian foreign minister said in Istanbul? The Iranian foreign minister says it’s the responsibility of the “whole international community” to stop US threats against Iran, insisting his country’s nuclear programme has remained entirely peaceful. “Iran has done nothing wrong. We do not understand why Iran should be attacked for a false accusation that Iran is seeking nuclear weapons,” he said, noting it was the US that tore up the previous nuclear agreement and interrupted the latest round of talks with military strikes. “It’s up to the international community to condemn this, to prevent this,” Araghchi added. “Otherwise, there will be nothing left of international law.” He added that the Iranian people are “united and in solidarity with the government, and we stand firm against any aggression”. 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.”

The Iranian foreign minister said that he will fly to Moscow today and have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday.&nbsp;

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Israel-Iran War: After claiming that he was not planning to join Israel's military actions in Iran, US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday (June 22) that the US launched an aerial strike on Iran, targeting top nuclear facilities. &nbsp;America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war that started on June 13 after Israel struck Iran.&nbsp;In its strike on Iran's Fordow, the US &nbsp;used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons. Trump announced the US intervention in the war on social media after striking the nuclear facilities of Iran. The American president called the airstrikes a "very successful military operation" against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei-led Iran.&nbsp;Moreover, he said the objective of the strikes 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 terror."&nbsp;What are bunker busters?&nbsp;Bunker buster is a broad term to define those that are designed to penetrate deep underground before detonating. The US-made Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), officially known as GBU-57 A/B, is the world's most powerful non-nuclear bunker buster.&nbsp;How much damage has Iran faced&nbsp;As per the American news agency CBS News, &nbsp;US defence officials said that three American B-2 bombers were used to strike the Fordow nuclear site of Iran. Each of the B-2s was armed by 2 US-made "bunker-buster" bombs - also known as &nbsp;GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators, or MOPs bombs. These bombs are extremely heavy in weight and can only be dropped using a B-2.&nbsp;Iran's key nuke facility, Fordow, was attacked by the US. It is Iran's high-grade uranium enrichment facility and is buried around 300 feet under a mountain. Apart from this, &nbsp;Natanz and Isfahan, two other nuclear sites, were also targeted by the US via Tomahawk missiles launched by submarines.&nbsp;The United Nations' International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a social media post that there was "no increase in off-site radiation levels" after the US strike.&nbsp;Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation also confirmed the US attacks on its three nuclear facilities but said the strikes will not stop it from progressing in its nuclear program.&nbsp;

Trump drops bunker-buster bombs on Iran Fordow, strikes 2 other nuke sites: What did Iran lose in US strike    

Israel-Iran War: After claiming that he was not planning to join Israel's military actions in Iran, US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday (June 22) that the US launched an aerial strike on Iran, targeting top nuclear facilities. America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war that started on June 13 after Israel struck Iran. In its strike on Iran's Fordow, the US used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons. Trump announced the US intervention in the war on social media after striking the nuclear facilities of Iran. The American president called the airstrikes a "very successful military operation" against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei-led Iran. Moreover, he said the objective of the strikes 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 terror." What are bunker busters? Bunker buster is a broad term to define those that are designed to penetrate deep underground before detonating. The US-made Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), officially known as GBU-57 A/B, is the world's most powerful non-nuclear bunker buster. How much damage has Iran faced As per the American news agency CBS News, US defence officials said that three American B-2 bombers were used to strike the Fordow nuclear site of Iran. Each of the B-2s was armed by 2 US-made "bunker-buster" bombs - also known as GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators, or MOPs bombs. These bombs are extremely heavy in weight and can only be dropped using a B-2. Iran's key nuke facility, Fordow, was attacked by the US. It is Iran's high-grade uranium enrichment facility and is buried around 300 feet under a mountain. Apart from this, Natanz and Isfahan, two other nuclear sites, were also targeted by the US via Tomahawk missiles launched by submarines. The United Nations' International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a social media post that there was "no increase in off-site radiation levels" after the US strike. Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation also confirmed the US attacks on its three nuclear facilities but said the strikes will not stop it from progressing in its nuclear program.

Donald Trump announced on Sunday (June 22) that US launched an aerial strike on Iran, targeting top nuclear facilities. America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war.

Trump drops bunker-buster bombs on Iran's Fordow, targets 2 other nuke sites: What did Iran lose in US strike

Addressing a press conference in Istanbul after US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States has betrayed diplomacy by helping Israel in its action against the Islamic Republic. Calling the US strike on nuclear facilities “a violation of international law”, he declared that Tehran reserves all options to defend its security, interests and people. When asked if there is still room for negotiations, the Iranian Foreign Minister said that this is not the time for diplomacy as it is the US that betrayed it. "My country has been attacked, we need to respond…The US has betrayed diplomacy; they only understand the language of threat. It is irrelevant to ask Iran to return to diplomacy. Attacking a nuke facility itself is an unforgivable violation of law and should be condemned.<h2>Abbas Araghchi calls US strike ‘outrageous’</h2>“It is an outrageous, grave and unprecedented violation of the fundamental principles of the charter of the United Nations and international law,” Abbas Araghchi said. “The US military attack on the territorial integrity and national sovereignty of a UN member state carried out in collusion with the genocidal [Israeli] regime, has once again revealed the extent of the United States' hostility towards the peace-seeking people of Iran,” he added.<h2>Abbas Araghchi on diplomacy</h2>Asked whether there is still room for diplomacy after the US attack, Araghchi said “not right now”. “The door for diplomacy should always stay open, but this is not the case right now,” he said. “My country has been under attack, under aggression, and we have to respond based on our legitimate right to self-defence.” The US attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, he said, “is an unforgivable violation of international law”.&nbsp;Araghchi elaborated his response on diplomacy, saying that it is “irrelevant” to ask Iran to return to diplomacy. “We were in the middle of diplomacy. We were in the middle of talks with the United States when Israelis blew it up…And again, we were in the middle of talks and negotiation with Europeans [that] happened only two days ago in Geneva, when this time, Americans decided to blow it up. So it was not Iran, but the US that betrayed diplomacy. They betrayed negotiations,” he said. “I think they have proved that they are not men of diplomacy, and they only understand the language of threat and force. And this is very unfortunate.”<h2>Abbas Araghchi about Trump</h2>The Iranian foreign minister also said that Trump has betrayed not only Iran but his own supporters after attacking Iran today. “While President Trump was elected on a platform of putting an end to America’s costly involvement in ‘forever wars’ in our part of the world. He has betrayed not only Iran by abusing our commitment to diplomacy but also deceived his own voters,” said Abbas Araghchi.<h2>US enters Iran-Israel war</h2>In a major escalation of tensions in West Asia, the US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran and warned the Islamic Republic of more "precision strikes" if it did not end its conflict with Israel. The US attacked Iran's three nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. This came days after the US president said that there 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;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.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750587324363.png"></figure> &nbsp;&nbsp;

 Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran reserves all options to defend its security, interests and people.

Addressing a press conference in Istanbul after US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country reserves its right to defend itself because the United States has betrayed diplomacy by helping Israel in its action against the Islamic Republic. Calling the US strike on nuclear facilities “a violation of international law”, he declared that Tehran reserves all options to defend its security, interests and people. When asked if there is still room for negotiations, the Iranian Foreign Minister said that this is not the time for diplomacy as it is the US that betrayed it. "My country has been attacked, we need to respond…The US has betrayed diplomacy; they only understand the language of threat. It is irrelevant to ask Iran to return to diplomacy. Attacking a nuke facility itself is an unforgivable violation of law and should be condemned. Abbas Araghchi calls US strike ‘outrageous’ “It is an outrageous, grave and unprecedented violation of the fundamental principles of the charter of the United Nations and international law,” Abbas Araghchi said. “The US military attack on the territorial integrity and national sovereignty of a UN member state carried out in collusion with the genocidal [Israeli] regime, has once again revealed the extent of the United States' hostility towards the peace-seeking people of Iran,” he added. Abbas Araghchi on diplomacy Asked whether there is still room for diplomacy after the US attack, Araghchi said “not right now”. “The door for diplomacy should always stay open, but this is not the case right now,” he said. “My country has been under attack, under aggression, and we have to respond based on our legitimate right to self-defence.” The US attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, he said, “is an unforgivable violation of international law”. Araghchi elaborated his response on diplomacy, saying that it is “irrelevant” to ask Iran to return to diplomacy. “We were in the middle of diplomacy. We were in the middle of talks with the United States when Israelis blew it up…And again, we were in the middle of talks and negotiation with Europeans [that] happened only two days ago in Geneva, when this time, Americans decided to blow it up. So it was not Iran, but the US that betrayed diplomacy. They betrayed negotiations,” he said. “I think they have proved that they are not men of diplomacy, and they only understand the language of threat and force. And this is very unfortunate.” Abbas Araghchi about Trump The Iranian foreign minister also said that Trump has betrayed not only Iran but his own supporters after attacking Iran today. “While President Trump was elected on a platform of putting an end to America’s costly involvement in ‘forever wars’ in our part of the world. He has betrayed not only Iran by abusing our commitment to diplomacy but also deceived his own voters,” said Abbas Araghchi. US enters Iran-Israel war In a major escalation of tensions in West Asia, the US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran and warned the Islamic Republic of more "precision strikes" if it did not end its conflict with Israel. The US attacked Iran's three nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. This came days after the US president said that there 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. 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.

&nbsp;Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran reserves all options to defend its security, interests and people.

'Unforgivable...': Iran calls US strike on nuclear sites 'betrayal', says 'no room for diplomacy right now’

Israel-Hamas War: Israel-Hamas War: The Israeli Defence Force (IDF) announced on Sunday (June 22) that it has recovered the remains of three hostages who were held in Gaza. The three hostages who were confirmed killed on the October 7 attack were: Yonatan Samerano (21), Ofra Keidar (70), and Shay Levinson (19). The 70-year-old Ofra Keidar was killed alongside her husband, Sami, in the October 7 attack. Her death was confirmed by the IDF in December 2023. Another hostage whose remains were found, Keidar, was the only female hostage left in Hamas captivity, along with Inbar Haiman.&nbsp;The 21-year-old Yonatan Samerano was killed after he was kidnapped while attending the Nova Music Festival at Re'im on October 7, 2023.&nbsp;This was after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended his condolences and thanked the commanders and soldiers who took part in the operation in an official statement. &nbsp;&nbsp;"Together with all the citizens of Israel, my wife and I send our heartfelt condolences to the dear families and share in their profound sorrow," Netanyahu said.&nbsp;"I thank our commanders and soldiers for a successful operation, for their determination, and their courage," he added."We will not rest until all our hostages—both the living and the fallen—are brought home," Netanyahu said.&nbsp;

IDF recovers remains of 3 hostages held in Gaza: Who were they?

Israel-Hamas War: Israel-Hamas War: The Israeli Defence Force (IDF) announced on Sunday (June 22) that it has recovered the remains of three hostages who were held in Gaza. The three hostages who were confirmed killed on the October 7 attack were: Yonatan Samerano (21), Ofra Keidar (70), and Shay Levinson (19). The 70-year-old Ofra Keidar was killed alongside her husband, Sami, in the October 7 attack. Her death was confirmed by the IDF in December 2023. Another hostage whose remains were found, Keidar, was the only female hostage left in Hamas captivity, along with Inbar Haiman. The 21-year-old Yonatan Samerano was killed after he was kidnapped while attending the Nova Music Festival at Re'im on October 7, 2023. This was after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended his condolences and thanked the commanders and soldiers who took part in the operation in an official statement. "Together with all the citizens of Israel, my wife and I send our heartfelt condolences to the dear families and share in their profound sorrow," Netanyahu said. "I thank our commanders and soldiers for a successful operation, for their determination, and their courage," he added. "We will not rest until all our hostages—both the living and the fallen—are brought home," Netanyahu said.

The Israeli military said it has recovered the remains of three hostages held in the Gaza Strip. The hostages were identified as Yonatan Samerano, 21; Ofra Keidar, 70; and Shay Levinson, 19.

Israel-Iran War: Jumping straight into the ongoing Israel-Iran war, US President Donald Trump launched aerial strikes on Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). Later on, he held a press briefing and seemed to justify his military actions by claiming that the Islamic Republic has long been saying "Death to America." In his address, the American president mentioned Qassem Soleimani, a top Iranian commander who was killed by the US in 2020.&nbsp;"For 40 years, Iran has been saying 'Death to America', 'Death to Israel'. They have been killing our people, blowing off their arms, blowing off their legs ... we lost over a thousand people and hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of the hate. In particular, so many were killed by their [Iran] General, Qassem Soleimani," Trump said.&nbsp;"I decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will NOT continue," the American president added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;For 40 years, Iran has been saying &#39;Death to America&#39; ... They have been killing our people,&quot; says <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>. &quot;I decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will NOT continue.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/t28TFIHCRG">pic.twitter.com/t28TFIHCRG</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1936607257435013269?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Who was Soleimani - for the world, and for US?&nbsp;General Qassem Soleimani was a top commander of Iran - probably the most powerful among all. He was not less than a hero for a majority of people in Iran and other parts of the region for building an axis of allied militias to counter the US and Israel.&nbsp;But for US, he was nothing more than a force behind international terrorism campaigns. In 2020, after US killed him, President Donald Trump had said that his killing was required to "stop a war" because the Iranian General was allegedly plotting an attack on America.&nbsp;Soleimani's history&nbsp;Soleimani was in his 20s when he beacme part of ran's revolutionary generation and joined the Revolutionary Guard. This was after the 1979 theocratic uprising that toppled the Shah of Iran, Mohammed Reza Pahlavi, a close US ally.&nbsp;He was promoted during the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s. By 1998, Soleimani became the head of Iran's military-security apparatus, the Revolutionary Guard's Quds Force.&nbsp;How did America kill Soleimani?&nbsp;The US killed Soleimani in 2020 in a drone strike, authorised by Trump, at the Baghdad airport, Iraq. After his killing, the Pentagon released a statement accusing the General of planning attacks on Americans, of orchestrating attacks on coalition bases in Iraq and of approving an attack on the US Embassy in Baghdad.&nbsp;US joins Israel in war against Iran&nbsp;After claiming that he had no plans to bomb the Islamic Republic, US President Donald Trump joined Israel and launched an aerial strike in Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war that started on June 13 after Israel struck Iran. In its strike on Iran's Fordow, the US reportedly used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons.&nbsp;Trump announced the US intervention in the war on social media after striking the nuclear facilities of Iran. The American president called the airstrikes a "very successful military operation" against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei-led Iran.&nbsp;'US is not looking for regime change in Iran'?&nbsp;&nbsp;As per the American news agency, CBS News, some unnamed sources said that after bombing Iran, the Donald Trump-led administration sent a message to Khamenei saying that the American strikes were limited to the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program and that Washington is not looking for regime change.&nbsp;

Why did Trump mention Qassem Soleimani after striking Iran? Hint: to sell his military actions


Israel-Iran War: Jumping straight into the ongoing Israel-Iran war, US President Donald Trump launched aerial strikes on Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). Later on, he held a press briefing and seemed to justify his military actions by claiming that the Islamic Republic has long been saying "Death to America." In his address, the American president mentioned Qassem Soleimani, a top Iranian commander who was killed by the US in 2020. "For 40 years, Iran has been saying 'Death to America', 'Death to Israel'. They have been killing our people, blowing off their arms, blowing off their legs ... we lost over a thousand people and hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of the hate. In particular, so many were killed by their [Iran] General, Qassem Soleimani," Trump said. "I decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will NOT continue," the American president added.

Donald Trump launched aerial strikes on Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). Later on, he held a press briefing. In his address, the American president mentioned Qassem Soleimani, a top Iranian commander who was killed by the US in 2020.

Why did Trump mention Qassem Soleimani after striking Iran? Hint: to sell his military actions

It's been over a week since the British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala has failed to take off, as engineers of the aircraft have failed to fix the technical problem. They have not been successful in repairing the hydraulic problem due to which the jet could not take off.&nbsp;There are now plans to move the plane parked in bay 4 of the airport to a hangar as the repair may take time amid engineers are being called from the UK and the US.&nbsp;Though the jet has blocked a bay at the airport, authorities say "We have enough bays to handle commercial aircraft. The presence of fighter jet is not an issue," reported the Times of India.This is the first time that the US-made, fighter jet is stranded in a foreign country due to technical issues.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nia-arrests-2-for-sheltering-pakistani-terrorists-involved-in-pahalgam-terror-attack-1750573268423">NIA arrests 2 for sheltering Pakistani terrorists involved in Pahalgam terror attack</a>&nbsp;Operating from the United Kingdom’s aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, the fighter jet was conducting a routine flying outside India’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) when it was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram, the designated emergency recovery airfield for the aircraft.&nbsp;Initially, the fighter jet was facing a problem of low fuel and the Indian Air Force provided all necessary help. But after it was readying for departure that the jet experienced problem with its hydraulics and therefore could not take off, reported India Today, citing air force officials.&nbsp;A maintenance team was called from Britain to fix the issue but they could not resolve the problem. A larger team from the United Kingdom and the US is now likely to come to Kerala and repair the issue with the plane's hydraulic.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A larger team from the United Kingdom  and the US is now likely to come to Kerala and repair the technical snag.

It's been over a week since the British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala has failed to take off, as engineers of the aircraft have failed to fix the technical problem. They have not been successful in repairing the hydraulic problem due to which the jet could not take off. There are now plans to move the plane parked in bay 4 of the airport to a hangar as the repair may take time amid engineers are being called from the UK and the US. Though the jet has blocked a bay at the airport, authorities say "We have enough bays to handle commercial aircraft. The presence of fighter jet is not an issue," reported the Times of India. This is the first time that the US-made, fighter jet is stranded in a foreign country due to technical issues. Also Read: NIA arrests 2 for sheltering Pakistani terrorists involved in Pahalgam terror attack Operating from the United Kingdom’s aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, the fighter jet was conducting a routine flying outside India’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) when it was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram, the designated emergency recovery airfield for the aircraft. Initially, the fighter jet was facing a problem of low fuel and the Indian Air Force provided all necessary help. But after it was readying for departure that the jet experienced problem with its hydraulics and therefore could not take off, reported India Today, citing air force officials. A maintenance team was called from Britain to fix the issue but they could not resolve the problem. A larger team from the United Kingdom and the US is now likely to come to Kerala and repair the issue with the plane's hydraulic.

A larger team from the United Kingdom &nbsp;and the US is now likely to come to Kerala and repair the technical snag.

British F-35 fighter jet still stranded in Kerala, engineers to fly from UK, US to fix problem

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday (Jun 21) announced that they have launched yet another wave of attacks on Israel—its 19th since June 13—escalating the already volatile military confrontation with Tel Aviv. This 19th phase of "Operation True Promise 3," as per reports, includes swarms of suicide drones aimed at "strategic targets" in both northern and southern Israel.<h2>Israel's Dimona nuclear facility 'legitimate target': Iran</h2>Confirming the 19th wave of its True Promise 3 campaign, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that the latest wave would include a large number of drones that would target northern and southern Israel. Speaking to Al Jazeera, a senior Iranian official warned that Tehran could now consider Israel's Dimona nuclear facility a “legitimate target” if the war enters what he ominously described as the next stage.The official noted that Iran has already wrought significant damage on Israel and accused Tel Aviv of hiding the extent of its losses. He also said that Tehran was yet to use its most advanced missiles. "We have yet to deploy our most advanced missiles—but we will, without a doubt," he warned.The official, as per the report, claimed that Tehran's current strategy was to bleed out Israel's missile defense systems. "We have detailed intelligence on their air defence capacity and are systematically wearing it down," he said.In the statement issued before the US launched a direct attack on Iran's nuclear sites, the official had also warned the US against getting involved, claiming that for Iran, targeting US bases in the region would be "easier than hitting Israel's heartland".&nbsp;The United States on Saturday (Jun 21) officially entered the war in the Middle East as it bombed three nuclear sites inside Iran. Taking to his Truth Social profile, US President Donald Trump announced the strikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites. He said that a "full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow".&nbsp;

This 19th phase of "Operation True Promise 3," as per reports, includes swarms of suicide drones aimed at "strategic targets" in both northern and southern Israel.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday (Jun 21) announced that they have launched yet another wave of attacks on Israel—its 19th since June 13—escalating the already volatile military confrontation with Tel Aviv. This 19th phase of "Operation True Promise 3," as per reports, includes swarms of suicide drones aimed at "strategic targets" in both northern and southern Israel. Israel's Dimona nuclear facility 'legitimate target': Iran Confirming the 19th wave of its True Promise 3 campaign, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that the latest wave would include a large number of drones that would target northern and southern Israel. Speaking to Al Jazeera, a senior Iranian official warned that Tehran could now consider Israel's Dimona nuclear facility a “legitimate target” if the war enters what he ominously described as the next stage. The official noted that Iran has already wrought significant damage on Israel and accused Tel Aviv of hiding the extent of its losses. He also said that Tehran was yet to use its most advanced missiles. "We have yet to deploy our most advanced missiles—but we will, without a doubt," he warned. The official, as per the report, claimed that Tehran's current strategy was to bleed out Israel's missile defense systems. "We have detailed intelligence on their air defence capacity and are systematically wearing it down," he said. In the statement issued before the US launched a direct attack on Iran's nuclear sites, the official had also warned the US against getting involved, claiming that for Iran, targeting US bases in the region would be "easier than hitting Israel's heartland". The United States on Saturday (Jun 21) officially entered the war in the Middle East as it bombed three nuclear sites inside Iran. Taking to his Truth Social profile, US President Donald Trump announced the strikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites. He said that a "full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow".

This 19th phase of "Operation True Promise 3," as per reports, includes swarms of suicide drones aimed at "strategic targets" in both northern and southern Israel.

Iran warns of escalation, launches 19th wave of Operation 'True Promise 3' against Israel

The United States, as per reports, has stepped up surveillance of Iranian sleeper cells. As things heat up in the Middle East with the US joining Israel's war against Iran and its nuclear programme, America has reportedly stepped up surveillance of Iran-backed operatives in the country. FBI Director Kash Patel has asked his team to step up efforts to monitor possible sleeper cells linked to Hezbollah, a designated foreign terrorist organisation.<h2>Why is the US worried?</h2>As per a CBS News report citing anonymous sources, the increased surveillance comes after Israel's Operation Rising Lion offensive began earlier this month.For years, America has been worried about sleeper cells and Tehran's ability to direct or inspire attacks. However, the threat of Iranian operatives has become a major cause of worry for United States administrations, both current and previous, since Iranian General Qasem Soleimani's assassination during Donald Trump's first term in January 2020.&nbsp;As the US officially enters the Israel-Iran conflict, Tehran or its proxies, including Hezbollah, could activate dormant networks on US soil, which is why the FBI is sounding alarms—and why surveillance is ramping up—now, before any activation occurs. But what exactly are sleeper cells? Here's all you need to know.<h2>What are sleeper cells?</h2>Sleeper cells are the term used to refer to covert operatives that are embedded in a target country with no immediate mission until activated or called to action by their operatives.These operatives often live quiet, unassuming lives, fully assimilated—working regular jobs, holding down routine roles—until they suddenly "wake up" to execute a mission. Sleeper cells are arguably the most insidious and unpredictable threat, because these operatives hide in plain sight, often invisible until it's too late.The US Department of Homeland Security has once again sounded the alarm on Iran's global threat posture, warning that the Islamic Republic is expected to continue sponsoring terrorism and plotting attacks against individuals, including current and former American officials. The latest assessment echoes a similar report issued by DHS under the Biden administration in 2024.Mike Nelson, a retired Special Forces lieutenant colonel with CENTCOM experience, told News Nation that Hezbollah has had sleeper cells in the western hemisphere for some time, including coming through Venezuela. He said that Iranians and Hezbollah have used these cells in the past, including during the Jewish Community Centre bombing in Buenos Aires in 1994."It seems likely (Hezbollah and Iran) would try to activate sleeper cells in the United States as retaliation if the U.S. joins in the strikes, so it would be prudent for the FBI to be monitoring," said Nelson.According to Nelson, Iran’s regime views its survival as the endgame. "The Iranian regime wants this to end with them in power, and their primary concern is survival," he said.&nbsp;

As the US officially enters the Israel-Iran conflict, Tehran or its proxies, including Hezbollah, could potentially activate sleeper cells on US soil. But what exactly are sleeper cells? Here's all you need to know.

The United States, as per reports, has stepped up surveillance of Iranian sleeper cells. As things heat up in the Middle East with the US joining Israel's war against Iran and its nuclear programme, America has reportedly stepped up surveillance of Iran-backed operatives in the country. FBI Director Kash Patel has asked his team to step up efforts to monitor possible sleeper cells linked to Hezbollah, a designated foreign terrorist organisation. Why is the US worried? As per a CBS News report citing anonymous sources, the increased surveillance comes after Israel's Operation Rising Lion offensive began earlier this month. For years, America has been worried about sleeper cells and Tehran's ability to direct or inspire attacks. However, the threat of Iranian operatives has become a major cause of worry for United States administrations, both current and previous, since Iranian General Qasem Soleimani's assassination during Donald Trump's first term in January 2020. As the US officially enters the Israel-Iran conflict, Tehran or its proxies, including Hezbollah, could activate dormant networks on US soil, which is why the FBI is sounding alarms—and why surveillance is ramping up—now, before any activation occurs. But what exactly are sleeper cells? Here's all you need to know. What are sleeper cells? Sleeper cells are the term used to refer to covert operatives that are embedded in a target country with no immediate mission until activated or called to action by their operatives. These operatives often live quiet, unassuming lives, fully assimilated—working regular jobs, holding down routine roles—until they suddenly "wake up" to execute a mission. Sleeper cells are arguably the most insidious and unpredictable threat, because these operatives hide in plain sight, often invisible until it's too late. The US Department of Homeland Security has once again sounded the alarm on Iran's global threat posture, warning that the Islamic Republic is expected to continue sponsoring terrorism and plotting attacks against individuals, including current and former American officials. The latest assessment echoes a similar report issued by DHS under the Biden administration in 2024. Mike Nelson, a retired Special Forces lieutenant colonel with CENTCOM experience, told News Nation that Hezbollah has had sleeper cells in the western hemisphere for some time, including coming through Venezuela. He said that Iranians and Hezbollah have used these cells in the past, including during the Jewish Community Centre bombing in Buenos Aires in 1994. "It seems likely (Hezbollah and Iran) would try to activate sleeper cells in the United States as retaliation if the U.S. joins in the strikes, so it would be prudent for the FBI to be monitoring," said Nelson. According to Nelson, Iran’s regime views its survival as the endgame. "The Iranian regime wants this to end with them in power, and their primary concern is survival," he said.

As the US officially enters the Israel-Iran conflict, Tehran or its proxies, including Hezbollah, could potentially activate sleeper cells on US soil. But what exactly are sleeper cells? Here's all you need to know.

Explained: What are Iranian sleeper cells—and why is the FBI on high alert?

After President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, the several Los Angeles residents expressed mixed reactions to the situation and called it 'scary'.Speaking to the news agency Reuters on the street in the Californian city, a resident stated that President Trump was "doing what he has to do". "Because at the end of the day, I want my future kids to be living in a nation where they're going to be safe", said Eleno Jr. Juarez, an LA resident.Another citizen said in a post on X, “Trump is a fool. I voted for America first and that doesn't mean attacking other countrys because they make Israel mad. To hell with Israel.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump is a fool. I voted for America first and that doesn&#39;t mean attacking other countrys because they make Israel mad. To hell with Israel&mdash; Shawn McHugh (@realshawnmchugh) <a href="https://twitter.com/realshawnmchugh/status/1936573767511335074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A user on the social media platform, Truth Social, said, “Depending on your opinion there are those who approve of the Trump administration's bombing of Iran nuclear sites and those who do not. Undoubtedly those who do not approve of the bombing of the nuclear sites have bad dreams every night whereas those who approve of the bombing have good dreams every night. The United States is about 70/30 on that front. When Donald Trump said he wanted to restore the American dream that included our dream lives and he was not kidding.”&nbsp;

<h3>Americans do not want war: Democrats party chairman&nbsp;</h3>Meanwhile, the chairman of the Democrats party of the US, Ken Martin, hit out at the President Donald Trump following the military attack on Iran.&nbsp;In a statement, he said, "In January-speaking to the entire nation at his Inauguration-Donald Trump proclaimed, ‘We will measure our success not only by the battles we win, but also by the wars that we end, and perhaps most importantly, the wars we never get into.’ Today, against his own words, the president sent bombers into Iran.&nbsp;He added in the statement that the people of America overwhelmingly do not want to go to war and risk the safety of troops abroad. Martin also said Americans do not want a president who bypasses our Constitution and pulls us towards war without congressional approval. He emphasised that Donald Trump needs to bring his case to Congress as soon as possible. &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My statement on Trump&#39;s unilateral act of war with Iran. <a href="https://t.co/b2DDZyX9YJ">pic.twitter.com/b2DDZyX9YJ</a>&mdash; Ken Martin (@kenmartin73) <a href="https://twitter.com/kenmartin73/status/1936606162788528434?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Speaking to the news agency Reuters on the street in the Californian city, a resident stated that President Trump was "doing what he has to do". 

After President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, the several Los Angeles residents expressed mixed reactions to the situation and called it 'scary'. Speaking to the news agency Reuters on the street in the Californian city, a resident stated that President Trump was "doing what he has to do". "Because at the end of the day, I want my future kids to be living in a nation where they're going to be safe", said Eleno Jr. Juarez, an LA resident. Another citizen said in a post on X, “Trump is a fool. I voted for America first and that doesn't mean attacking other countrys because they make Israel mad. To hell with Israel.”

Speaking to the news agency Reuters on the street in the Californian city, a resident stated that President Trump was "doing what he has to do".&nbsp;

‘Scary situation’: Americans react after Trump launches attack on Iran; Democrats slam US prez for violating promise

Less than a week after executing an Israeli spy, Iran executed another man for transferring confidential information of the Islamic Republic to Israel. Iranian authorities sentenced Majid Mosayebi on Sunday (June 22) for being an agent of the Israeli spy agency - Mossad. "Majid Mosayebi... was hanged this morning after going through the full process of criminal procedure and after his sentence was confirmed by the Supreme Court," the judiciary's Mizan Online website said. It added that he sought to provide "sensitive information to Mossad." Earlier, on June 16, &nbsp;Iran executed a man named Esmail Fekri for sharing sensitive data with Mossad. He was arrested in December last year for spying for Israel while living in Iran.&nbsp;What was the allegation against Fekri?&nbsp;Fekri was found guilty of attempting to transmit classified information to Israel in exchange for money. As per a statement issued by the Judiciary's Media Centre, Fekri was arrested in December 2023 during a complex intelligence operation conducted by Iranian security agencies. As per Iran's allegation, he was actively communicating with Mossad agents at the time of his arrest.How the crime unfolded&nbsp;As per the Iranian judicial records, Fekri was the son of Khodanazar. He had maintained contact with two Mossad agents and had tried to send sensitive information such as locations of strategic sites, details of specific individuals, and internal organisational missions. He did all this via secure communication channels.&nbsp;Fekri was first approached by a senior Mossad officer. Later on, he was assigned to a different agent named Amir. The agent instructed Fekri to establish a new encrypted communication platform so he could send intelligence reports easily. In 2022, after the instruction by the Mossad agent, Fekri established a cryptocurrency wallet so he could receive his payment for the work.&nbsp;The endgame&nbsp;This whole time, Iranian intelligence services were monitoring Fekri to identify the broader espionage network connected to the Israeli government. After being placed under surveillance, Fekri was finally arrested during a security operation. After his arrest, Iranian security officials analysed Fekri's electronic devices and found the details of his communication with Mossad agents.&nbsp;He later confessed to his crime, and based on other proofs, the Iranian court charged him under Article 6 of the Iranian law for "Confronting Hostile Actions of the Zionist Regime Against Peace and Security.” He was sentenced to death.&nbsp;These executions came amid an escalated war between Israel and Iran, and now the US is also a part of the conflict after it struck the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic on Saturday (June 21).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mossad spies in Iran? Tehran executes another man for spying for Israel, 4th since Israel-Iran war erupted 


Less than a week after executing an Israeli spy, Iran executed another man for transferring confidential information of the Islamic Republic to Israel. Iranian authorities sentenced Majid Mosayebi on Sunday (June 22) for being an agent of the Israeli spy agency - Mossad. "Majid Mosayebi... was hanged this morning after going through the full process of criminal procedure and after his sentence was confirmed by the Supreme Court," the judiciary's Mizan Online website said. It added that he sought to provide "sensitive information to Mossad." Earlier, on June 16, Iran executed a man named Esmail Fekri for sharing sensitive data with Mossad. He was arrested in December last year for spying for Israel while living in Iran. What was the allegation against Fekri? Fekri was found guilty of attempting to transmit classified information to Israel in exchange for money. As per a statement issued by the Judiciary's Media Centre, Fekri was arrested in December 2023 during a complex intelligence operation conducted by Iranian security agencies. As per Iran's allegation, he was actively communicating with Mossad agents at the time of his arrest. How the crime unfolded As per the Iranian judicial records, Fekri was the son of Khodanazar. He had maintained contact with two Mossad agents and had tried to send sensitive information such as locations of strategic sites, details of specific individuals, and internal organisational missions. He did all this via secure communication channels. Fekri was first approached by a senior Mossad officer. Later on, he was assigned to a different agent named Amir. The agent instructed Fekri to establish a new encrypted communication platform so he could send intelligence reports easily. In 2022, after the instruction by the Mossad agent, Fekri established a cryptocurrency wallet so he could receive his payment for the work. The endgame This whole time, Iranian intelligence services were monitoring Fekri to identify the broader espionage network connected to the Israeli government. After being placed under surveillance, Fekri was finally arrested during a security operation. After his arrest, Iranian security officials analysed Fekri's electronic devices and found the details of his communication with Mossad agents. He later confessed to his crime, and based on other proofs, the Iranian court charged him under Article 6 of the Iranian law for "Confronting Hostile Actions of the Zionist Regime Against Peace and Security.” He was sentenced to death. These executions came amid an escalated war between Israel and Iran, and now the US is also a part of the conflict after it struck the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic on Saturday (June 21).

Less than a week after executing an Israeli spy, Iran executed another man for transferring confidential information of the Islamic Republic to Israel. Iranian authorities sentenced Majid Mosayebi on Sunday (June 22) for being an agent of the Israeli spy agency - Mossad.&nbsp;

Mossad spies in Iran? Tehran executes another man for spying for Israel, 4th since Israel-Iran war erupted

Israel-Iran war: After claiming that he had no plans to bomb the Islamic Republic, US President Donald Trump joined Israel and launched an aerial strike in Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war that started on June 13 after Israel struck Iran. In its strike on Iran's Fordow, the US reportedly used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons.&nbsp;Trump announced the US intervention in the war on social media after striking the nuclear facilities of Iran. The American president called the airstrikes a "very successful military operation" against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei-led Iran.&nbsp;Since the US strike, a lot has happened in the ongoing Middle East conflict. Here is a gist of all the key developments that have happened so far in 10 points:&nbsp;Trump's eerie warning After striking Tehran, US President Donald Trump held a press briefing on Saturday (June 21) and called the strikes a "successful" military operation.&nbsp;Moreover, he said the objective of the strikes 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 terror."&nbsp;The American president said that the US and Israel worked as a "team" &nbsp;like "no team has ever worked before." He said, "We have gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel."&nbsp;In a straight warning, Trump said in his address, "There will be either peace, or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.” He added that “Iran, bully of the Middle East, must now make peace."&nbsp;'Historic moment for America'?&nbsp;After striking Iran, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, and called the bombing of Iran a "historic moment" for the US.&nbsp;“I will be giving an Address to the Nation at 10:00 P.M., at the White House, regarding our very successful military operation in Iran. 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 wrote.&nbsp;US strikes with bunker buster - Trump confirms&nbsp;In his address, Trump confirmed that the US had launched the attack on three nuke sites of Iran by dropping a “full payload of BOMBS” on Fordow.&nbsp;After this, Fox News journalist Sean Hannity claimed that Trump spoke to him and confirmed that US used six bunker buster bombs in its strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.&nbsp;The B-2 stealth bombers used for the mission are the only aircraft capable of carrying the 30,000-lb GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator.&nbsp;US attack was a violation of international law, says Iran&nbsp;After experiencing the sudden aerial strikes by the US, Iran's atomic agency said it was a violation of international law. The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (IAEA) issued a statement saying the Israeli attacks on the nuclear sites of the Islamic Republic are a violation of international law. It said that the attacks by the "Zionist enemy," since the conflict escalated, targeted Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.&nbsp;"Following the brutal attacks launched by the Zionist enemy over the past few days, this morning, Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were attacked by the enemies of Islamic Iran, in a brutal act that contravenes international laws, especially the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty," the organisation said in the statement.&nbsp;Israel's Netanyahu hails Trump&nbsp;After the US struck Iran, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu applauded the American president in a video message.&nbsp;"Tonight, Trump and the US acted with a lot of strength .... America has been truly unsurpassed," Netanyahu stated.&nbsp;He also added that “history will record that President Trump acted to deny the most dangerous regime, the world’s most dangerous weapons.”&nbsp;The Israeli PM concluded by saying Trump’s leadership has created a pivot of history that can help lead the Middle East and beyond to a future of prosperity and peace.&nbsp;'US is not looking for regime change in Iran'&nbsp;As per the American news agency, CBS News, some unnamed sources said that after bombing Iran, the Donald Trump-led administration sent a message to Khamenei saying that the American strikes were limited to the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program and that Washington is not looking for regime change. &nbsp;&nbsp;The condition of Iran's nuke sites&nbsp;The US strike came after nine days of continuous bombing by Israel on Iran's top nuclear facilities. The Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar claimed Iran’s nuclear programme had been set back by two years - a claim that&nbsp;Tehran continues to deny.&nbsp;Moreover, the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Mahdi Mohammadi, said that nothing "exceptional" had happened after the US struck Iran.&nbsp;"From Iran's perspective, nothing exceptional had happened. Iran had been anticipating an attack on the Fordow site for several nights, and the site had been evacuated some time ago. Even if an attack had occurred, no irreparable damage had been recorded," he said.&nbsp;What was Israel's prompt reaction?&nbsp;After the US strike in Iran, the Israeli Army went on to update civilian guidelines after the US strike on Iran, saying that effective immediately, all schools across the country are closed and all gatherings are banned. Only essential businesses were allowed to operate in Israel.&nbsp;Netanyahu's allies react&nbsp;Yoav Gallant, the former Israeli Minister for Defence, hailed Trump’s decision on social media. “President Trump took a bold decision for the United States, for Israel, for all of humanity,” Gallant wrote on the social media platform X.&nbsp;“The world is now a safer place," he added.&nbsp;Iran hits back&nbsp;Iran's state television on Sunday (Jun 22) revealed that Tehran has launched a fresh salvo of 30 missiles at Israel— just hours after Tel Aviv's closest ally, the United States, bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities in a dramatic overnight escalation. As per reports, at least 11 people have been hurt in the fresh Iranian strikes launched at Israel from around 7:30 am (0430 GMT).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

US joins Israel in war against Iran: 10 developments after Trump bombs Tehran nuke sites


Israel-Iran war: After claiming that he had no plans to bomb the Islamic Republic, US President Donald Trump joined Israel and launched an aerial strike in Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in its first intervention in the ongoing Israel-Iran war that started on June 13 after Israel struck Iran. In its strike on Iran's Fordow, the US reportedly used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons. Trump announced the US intervention in the war on social media after striking the nuclear facilities of Iran. The American president called the airstrikes a "very successful military operation" against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei-led Iran. Since the US strike, a lot has happened in the ongoing Middle East conflict. Here is a gist of all the key developments that have happened so far in 10 points: Trump's eerie warning After striking Tehran, US President Donald Trump held a press briefing on Saturday (June 21) and called the strikes a "successful" military operation. Moreover, he said the objective of the strikes 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 terror." The American president said that the US and Israel worked as a "team" like "no team has ever worked before." He said, "We have gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel." In a straight warning, Trump said in his address, "There will be either peace, or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.” He added that “Iran, bully of the Middle East, must now make peace." 'Historic moment for America'? After striking Iran, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, and called the bombing of Iran a "historic moment" for the US. “I will be giving an Address to the Nation at 10:00 P.M., at the White House, regarding our very successful military operation in Iran. 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 wrote. US strikes with bunker buster - Trump confirms In his address, Trump confirmed that the US had launched the attack on three nuke sites of Iran by dropping a “full payload of BOMBS” on Fordow. After this, Fox News journalist Sean Hannity claimed that Trump spoke to him and confirmed that US used six bunker buster bombs in its strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. The B-2 stealth bombers used for the mission are the only aircraft capable of carrying the 30,000-lb GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator. US attack was a violation of international law, says Iran After experiencing the sudden aerial strikes by the US, Iran's atomic agency said it was a violation of international law. The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (IAEA) issued a statement saying the Israeli attacks on the nuclear sites of the Islamic Republic are a violation of international law. It said that the attacks by the "Zionist enemy," since the conflict escalated, targeted Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. "Following the brutal attacks launched by the Zionist enemy over the past few days, this morning, Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were attacked by the enemies of Islamic Iran, in a brutal act that contravenes international laws, especially the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty," the organisation said in the statement. Israel's Netanyahu hails Trump After the US struck Iran, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu applauded the American president in a video message. "Tonight, Trump and the US acted with a lot of strength .... America has been truly unsurpassed," Netanyahu stated. He also added that “history will record that President Trump acted to deny the most dangerous regime, the world’s most dangerous weapons.” The Israeli PM concluded by saying Trump’s leadership has created a pivot of history that can help lead the Middle East and beyond to a future of prosperity and peace. 'US is not looking for regime change in Iran' As per the American news agency, CBS News, some unnamed sources said that after bombing Iran, the Donald Trump-led administration sent a message to Khamenei saying that the American strikes were limited to the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program and that Washington is not looking for regime change. The condition of Iran's nuke sites The US strike came after nine days of continuous bombing by Israel on Iran's top nuclear facilities. The Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar claimed Iran’s nuclear programme had been set back by two years - a claim that Tehran continues to deny. Moreover, the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Mahdi Mohammadi, said that nothing "exceptional" had happened after the US struck Iran. "From Iran's perspective, nothing exceptional had happened. Iran had been anticipating an attack on the Fordow site for several nights, and the site had been evacuated some time ago. Even if an attack had occurred, no irreparable damage had been recorded," he said. What was Israel's prompt reaction? After the US strike in Iran, the Israeli Army went on to update civilian guidelines after the US strike on Iran, saying that effective immediately, all schools across the country are closed and all gatherings are banned. Only essential businesses were allowed to operate in Israel. Netanyahu's allies react Yoav Gallant, the former Israeli Minister for Defence, hailed Trump’s decision on social media. “President Trump took a bold decision for the United States, for Israel, for all of humanity,” Gallant wrote on the social media platform X. “The world is now a safer place," he added. Iran hits back Iran's state television on Sunday (Jun 22) revealed that Tehran has launched a fresh salvo of 30 missiles at Israel— just hours after Tel Aviv's closest ally, the United States, bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities in a dramatic overnight escalation. As per reports, at least 11 people have been hurt in the fresh Iranian strikes launched at Israel from around 7:30 am (0430 GMT).

Donald Trump joined Israel and launched an aerial strike in Iran targeting its nuclear facilities on Saturday (June 21). America struck three key nuke sites of Iran - Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. US reportedly used around 30,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and weapons.

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