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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). Additionally, at least one impact was reported in central Israel after Iran launched two waves of missiles. As per reports, at least 86 people have been injured in the attack. The Health Ministry reported that 86 injured people arrived at hospitals due to the latest round of Iranian missile strikes, including two in moderate condition, 77 in good condition, four victims suffering from acute bouts of anxiety, and three who were undergoing medical evaluation.Previously, Israel's Magen David Adom rescue service, in a statement, said that "11 people were taken to the hospital, including one in moderate condition — a 30-year-old man wounded in the upper body by shrapnel." Israeli public broadcaster KAN 11 showed images of a devastated building surrounded by mounds of rubble that it said was in central Israel.&nbsp;<h2>Is Iran retaliating?</h2>Interrupting the regular programme, a presenter told the audience about the missile launch. "These live images you are seeing are of a new salvo of Iranian missiles fired on the occupied territories," the presenter declared during the broadcast, using Iran's standard term for Israel. Quoting unnamed “sources,” the anchor added, "30 missiles have been launched at Israel from Iran".The fresh missile launch marks a swift retaliatory response by Tehran after the US assault on its key nuclear sites of Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. It comes despite US President Donald Trump's warnings against any retaliation. In his late-night address to the nation on Saturday (Jun 21) and later on Truth Social, Trump warned Iran that "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight".Watch | Who will succeed Khamenei? Iran’s Supreme leadership future in focus amid US-Iran conflict<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/who-will-succeed-khamenei-iran-s-supreme-leadership-future-in-focus-amid-us-iran-conflict-1750576252533/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/who-will-succeed-khamenei-iran-s-supreme-leadership-future-in-focus-amid-us-iran-conflict-1750576252533/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The fresh missile launch marks a swift retaliatory response by Tehran after the US assault on its key nuclear sites of Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. It comes despite US President Donald Trump's warnings against any retaliation.

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). Additionally, at least one impact was reported in central Israel after Iran launched two waves of missiles. As per reports, at least 86 people have been injured in the attack. The Health Ministry reported that 86 injured people arrived at hospitals due to the latest round of Iranian missile strikes, including two in moderate condition, 77 in good condition, four victims suffering from acute bouts of anxiety, and three who were undergoing medical evaluation. Previously, Israel's Magen David Adom rescue service, in a statement, said that "11 people were taken to the hospital, including one in moderate condition — a 30-year-old man wounded in the upper body by shrapnel." Israeli public broadcaster KAN 11 showed images of a devastated building surrounded by mounds of rubble that it said was in central Israel. Is Iran retaliating? Interrupting the regular programme, a presenter told the audience about the missile launch. "These live images you are seeing are of a new salvo of Iranian missiles fired on the occupied territories," the presenter declared during the broadcast, using Iran's standard term for Israel. Quoting unnamed “sources,” the anchor added, "30 missiles have been launched at Israel from Iran". The fresh missile launch marks a swift retaliatory response by Tehran after the US assault on its key nuclear sites of Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. It comes despite US President Donald Trump's warnings against any retaliation. In his late-night address to the nation on Saturday (Jun 21) and later on Truth Social, Trump warned Iran that "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight". Watch | Who will succeed Khamenei? Iran’s Supreme leadership future in focus amid US-Iran conflict https://www.wionews.com/videos/who-will-succeed-khamenei-iran-s-supreme-leadership-future-in-focus-amid-us-iran-conflict-1750576252533/embed

The fresh missile launch marks a swift retaliatory response by Tehran after the US assault on its key nuclear sites of Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. It comes despite US President Donald Trump's warnings against any retaliation.

Iran hits back: 86 injured as Tehran fires 30 missiles at Israel despite Trump's warning against retaliating after US strikes on nuclear sites

Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has called the US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan early Sunday morning as a 'grave violation' of the UN Charter that will have 'everlasting consequences. He also said that Iran will give a 'legitimate response' to the attack.&nbsp;In a stament released on X, Araghchi said "The United States, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the NPT by attacking Iran's peaceful nuclear installations."&nbsp;He further said that the attack will have 'everlasting consequences' and that the UN members should be alarmed by this.&nbsp;"The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences. Each and every member of the UN must be alarmed over this extremely dangerous, lawless and criminal behavior," Araghchi said.&nbsp;"In accordance with the UN Charter and its provisions allowing a legitimate response in self-defense, Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people," the Iranian Foreign Minister further added.&nbsp;The US attack&nbsp;Early Sunday, us attacked Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites of Iran. The pentagon said that B-2 stealth bombers were used to carry out the strike, which President Donald Trump called it as "very successful. &nbsp;"Fordow is gone," Trump said, after attacking the heavily fortified underground facility considered extremely secured by Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aragchi said that the attack will have everlasting consequences and that the UN members should be alarmed by this.

Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has called the US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan early Sunday morning as a 'grave violation' of the UN Charter that will have 'everlasting consequences. He also said that Iran will give a 'legitimate response' to the attack. In a stament released on X, Araghchi said "The United States, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the NPT by attacking Iran's peaceful nuclear installations." He further said that the attack will have 'everlasting consequences' and that the UN members should be alarmed by this. "The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences. Each and every member of the UN must be alarmed over this extremely dangerous, lawless and criminal behavior," Araghchi said. "In accordance with the UN Charter and its provisions allowing a legitimate response in self-defense, Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people," the Iranian Foreign Minister further added. The US attack Early Sunday, us attacked Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites of Iran. The pentagon said that B-2 stealth bombers were used to carry out the strike, which President Donald Trump called it as "very successful. "Fordow is gone," Trump said, after attacking the heavily fortified underground facility considered extremely secured by Iran.

Araghchi said that the attack will have 'everlasting consequences' and that the UN members should be alarmed by this.

US attack 'grave violation', allows 'legitimate response' from Iran, warns Foreign Minister Araghchi

Trump huddles with Vance, Hegseth and others in Situation Room after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites | In Pics 


Trump huddles with Vance, Hegseth and others in Situation Room after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites | In Pics

Trump huddles with Vance, Hegseth and others in Situation Room after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites | In Pics

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". As per reports, this dramatic escalation of the Israel-Iran war was done by Trump without authorisation from the US Congress and the Pentagon. But did he have the authority to do so? Or did Trump overreach his authority as the POTUS?<h2>Trump's post on successful strikes</h2>In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”.“A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this.”“NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!”&nbsp;<h2>What does the US Constitution say about war?</h2>As per the US Constitution, the President of the United States, be it Trump or another, must go to Congress before declaring war on any nation. As per Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the US Constitution, “[The Congress shall have Power …] To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water…”However, it must be noted that the US Congress has not declared war in over 80 years – since World War II. Yet, the US has been part of many wars, including the Afghanistan War, officially known as Operation Enduring Freedom, which happens to be the longest war in US history (from 2001 to 2021).Watch | US Strikes Iran | Iran media: US now a legitimate target as US conducts strikes in Iranhttps://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-us-strikes-iran-iran-media-us-now-a-legitimate-target-as-us-conducts-strikes-in-iran-1750560955268/embed<h2>So how did Trump authorise war efforts?</h2>In the decades since WW2, American presidents have sent troops and missiles into foreign conflicts again and again without a new declaration. For this, they lean on existing authorisations. Chief among them: the 2001 Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF), passed just days after the September 11 attacks.&nbsp;As per CNN, this single resolution has been used to justify military operations in at least 15 countries across the world.&nbsp;

As per reports, this dramatic escalation of the Israel-Iran war was done by Trump without authorisation from the US Congress and the Pentagon.

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". As per reports, this dramatic escalation of the Israel-Iran war was done by Trump without authorisation from the US Congress and the Pentagon. But did he have the authority to do so? Or did Trump overreach his authority as the POTUS? Trump's post on successful strikes In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”. “A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this.” “NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!” What does the US Constitution say about war? As per the US Constitution, the President of the United States, be it Trump or another, must go to Congress before declaring war on any nation. As per Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the US Constitution, “[The Congress shall have Power …] To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water…” However, it must be noted that the US Congress has not declared war in over 80 years – since World War II. Yet, the US has been part of many wars, including the Afghanistan War, officially known as Operation Enduring Freedom, which happens to be the longest war in US history (from 2001 to 2021). Watch | US Strikes Iran | Iran media: US now a legitimate target as US conducts strikes in Iran https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-us-strikes-iran-iran-media-us-now-a-legitimate-target-as-us-conducts-strikes-in-iran-1750560955268/embed So how did Trump authorise war efforts? In the decades since WW2, American presidents have sent troops and missiles into foreign conflicts again and again without a new declaration. For this, they lean on existing authorisations. Chief among them: the 2001 Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF), passed just days after the September 11 attacks. As per CNN, this single resolution has been used to justify military operations in at least 15 countries across the world.

As per reports, this dramatic escalation of the Israel-Iran war was done by Trump without authorisation from the US Congress and the Pentagon.

Did Trump bypass Congress and Pentagon to attack Iran nuclear sites? Reports suggest so

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success."&nbsp;After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”.&nbsp;Click on the headlines to read more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-warns-iran-after-us-bombs-nuclear-sites-retaliation-will-be-met-with-greater-force-1750560847555">Trump warns Iran after US bombs nuclear sites: Retaliation will be met with 'greater force'</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750560902095.jpg?rect=(0,90,1420,1065)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump warns Iran after US bombs nuclear sites: Retaliation will be met with 'greater force'"></figure>US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-us-attacks-on-tehran-s-nuclear-sites-are-violation-of-international-law-iran-s-atomic-agency-1750563530502">Israel, US attacks on Tehran's nuclear sites are violation of international law: IAEA</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750563804274.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Israel, US attacks on Tehran's nuclear sites are violation of international law: IAEA"></figure>After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, 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;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-iran-bully-of-middle-east-says-nuclear-sites-completely-obliterated-in-address-to-nation-after-us-strikes-1750557128916">Trump calls Iran 'bully of Middle East,' says nuclear sites 'completely obliterated' in address to nation after US strikes</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750558475406.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump calls Iran 'bully of Middle East,' says nuclear sites 'completely obliterated' in address to nation after US strikes"></figure>US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-first-comes-strength-then-comes-peace-netanyahu-hails-trump-s-bold-decision-after-us-strikes-iran-1750559109099">‘First comes strength, then comes peace’: Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘bold decision’ after US strikes Iran</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250622/image-1750559196595.jpg?rect=(0,131,762,571)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘First comes strength, then comes peace’: Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘bold decision’ after US strikes Iran"></figure>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Jun 22) hailed US President Donald Trump’s decision to strike three nuclear sites in Iran. In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.”&nbsp;&nbsp;WATCH | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear sites&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Morning news brief: Trump warns Iran after bombing nuke sites; Netanyahu hails Trump bold decision, and more

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, 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. US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”. Click on the headlines to read more Trump warns Iran after US bombs nuclear sites: Retaliation will be met with 'greater force' US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." Israel, US attacks on Tehran's nuclear sites are violation of international law: IAEA After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, 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. Trump calls Iran 'bully of Middle East,' says nuclear sites 'completely obliterated' in address to nation after US strikes US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”. ‘First comes strength, then comes peace’: Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘bold decision’ after US strikes Iran Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Jun 22) hailed US President Donald Trump’s decision to strike three nuclear sites in Iran. In a video message, Netanyahu said that the US has “done what no other country on earth could do.” WATCH | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear sites https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed

Good morning! Start your day with WION's morning news brief.&nbsp;

Morning news brief: Trump warns Iran after bombing nuke sites; Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘bold decision,' and more

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

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

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

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

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

Israel-Iran War: After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, the International Atomic Energy Agency (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. It also added that the organisation has placed on its agenda the necessary measures, including "legal action, to defend the rights of the noble Iranian people."&nbsp;Also, the IAEA confirmed that no increase in off-site radiation levels has been reported as of this time. IAEA will provide further assessments on situation in Iran as more information becomes available.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Following attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran - including Fordow - the IAEA can confirm that no increase in off-site radiation levels has been reported as of this time. IAEA will provide further assessments on situation in Iran as more information becomes available.&mdash; IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency ⚛️ (@iaeaorg) <a href="https://twitter.com/iaeaorg/status/1936650574939685121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed</a> &nbsp;This came after the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Mahdi Mohammadi, took to the social media platform X and said that nothing "exceptional" had happened after the US struck Iran. &nbsp;&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;Meanwhile, the American President Donald Trump claimed that he was not planning any additional strikes on Iran in his press briefing after bombing Iran. &nbsp;&nbsp;Whereas, Israel also gave its reaction to America's bombing of Iran. The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, "President Trump and I often say: ‘Peace through strength'."&nbsp;"First comes strength, then comes peace," Trump added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Retaliation will be met with ‘greater force’?&nbsp;Trump also warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israel, US attacks on Tehran nuclear sites are violation of international law: Iran atomic agency  

Israel-Iran War: After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, the International Atomic Energy Agency (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. It also added that the organisation has placed on its agenda the necessary measures, including "legal action, to defend the rights of the noble Iranian people." Also, the IAEA confirmed that no increase in off-site radiation levels has been reported as of this time. IAEA will provide further assessments on situation in Iran as more information becomes available.

After US joined Israel in its ongoing airstrikes on Iran, 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.

Israel, US attacks on Tehran's nuclear sites are violation of international law: IAEA

Truth Social buckled under pressure Saturday (Jun 21) night—just minutes after US President Donald Trump announced that the US had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again." In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”.&nbsp;<h2>Trump breaks Truth Social</h2>The outage began shortly after 7:46 pm ET, when Trump posted what appeared to be a real-time announcement: the US, he said, had conducted a “very successful attack” on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—three major nuclear facilities deep inside Iran.“A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this."The post, laced with signature Trump flair, ended with, "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”Truth Social went down almost immediately. By 8 pm, DownDetector, a website that crowdsources service outages, showed a significant spike in outage reports. The reason for the apparent outage was, however, not immediately clear.&nbsp;Watch | US bombs Fordo and other nuclear sites in Iran | Trump says Iran must now agree to end this warhttps://www.wionews.com/videos/us-bombs-fordo-and-other-nuclear-sites-in-iran-trump-says-iran-must-now-agree-to-end-this-war-1750557342337/embedNetBlocks, an internet watchdog group, confirmed the platform was experiencing widespread international disruptions, adding that this was 'not' due to censorship or state-level filtering. In a post on BlueSky just before 9 pm ET, it said: “Truth Social is experiencing international outages for many users after US President Donald Trump announces strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran; incident not related to country-level internet disruptions or filtering.”It's unclear whether the surge in traffic crashed the platform, or whether a technical fault coincided with the announcement. An official statement from Trump Media &amp; Technology Group (TMTG), the company behind Truth Social is awaited.

At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again."

Truth Social buckled under pressure Saturday (Jun 21) night—just minutes after US President Donald Trump announced that the US had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again." In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”. Trump breaks Truth Social The outage began shortly after 7:46 pm ET, when Trump posted what appeared to be a real-time announcement: the US, he said, had conducted a “very successful attack” on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—three major nuclear facilities deep inside Iran. “A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this." The post, laced with signature Trump flair, ended with, "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” Truth Social went down almost immediately. By 8 pm, DownDetector, a website that crowdsources service outages, showed a significant spike in outage reports. The reason for the apparent outage was, however, not immediately clear. Watch | US bombs Fordo and other nuclear sites in Iran | Trump says Iran must now agree to end this war https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-bombs-fordo-and-other-nuclear-sites-in-iran-trump-says-iran-must-now-agree-to-end-this-war-1750557342337/embed NetBlocks, an internet watchdog group, confirmed the platform was experiencing widespread international disruptions, adding that this was 'not' due to censorship or state-level filtering. In a post on BlueSky just before 9 pm ET, it said: “Truth Social is experiencing international outages for many users after US President Donald Trump announces strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran; incident not related to country-level internet disruptions or filtering.” It's unclear whether the surge in traffic crashed the platform, or whether a technical fault coincided with the announcement. An official statement from Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the company behind Truth Social is awaited.

At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again."

Trump breaks Truth Social! Social media platform crashes as Trump announces US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House – a warning he also made in his address to the nation.

<h2>A 'spectacular success'</h2>"A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan," he detailed, adding that everyone heard those names for years as Iran built what Trump referred to as a "horribly destructive enterprise."Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success, ' Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation.Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear siteshttps://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embedTrump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, "future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.""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, with roadside bombs."The US president then said that "That was their speciality, we lost over 1,000 people," however, he did not specify when and where the deaths happened.Trump also mentioned Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, a shadowy figure who was slain in a 2020 US drone strike. "And hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of their hate, in particular, so many were killed by their general Qasem Soleimani".While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two-week warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had "decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue."He also congratulated Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin 'Bibi' Netanyahu and said, "We worked as a team like perhaps no team has ever worked before, and we've gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel."He then proceeded to thank the Israeli military before praising the "great American patriots who flew those magnificent machines tonight and all of the United States military on an operation the likes of which the world has not seen in many, many decades."He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.""Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal…"But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.

"Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House – a warning he also made in his address to the nation.

"Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House.

Trump warns Iran after US bombs nuclear sites: Retaliation will be met with 'greater force'

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

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

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

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

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

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

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) said that US air strikes had "completely and totally obliterated" Iran's nuclear enrichment facilities, as he threatened more attacks if Tehran does not make peace. In his first late-night address to the nation following the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, Trump said, “There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days." He cautioned Iran and asked the nation to “Remember there are many targets left,” and said that "If peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill.”<h2>Trump calls US strikes on Iran a ‘spectacular success’</h2>Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success, ' Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation.Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear siteshttps://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embedTrump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, “future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.”Trump also mentioned Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, a shadowy figure who was slain in a 2020 US drone strike. "And hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of their hate, in particular, so many were killed by their general Qasem Soleimani".While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two-week warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had "decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue."He also congratulated Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin 'Bibi' Netanyahu and said, “We worked as a team like perhaps no team has ever worked before, and we've gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel.”He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.""Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal…But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.&nbsp;

"There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days. Remember there are many targets left," Trump said in a late-night address to the nation.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) said that US air strikes had "completely and totally obliterated" Iran's nuclear enrichment facilities, as he threatened more attacks if Tehran does not make peace. In his first late-night address to the nation following the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, Trump said, “There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days." He cautioned Iran and asked the nation to “Remember there are many targets left,” and said that "If peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill.” Trump calls US strikes on Iran a ‘spectacular success’ Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success, ' Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.” Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation. Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear sites https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embed Trump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, “future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.” Trump also mentioned Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, a shadowy figure who was slain in a 2020 US drone strike. "And hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of their hate, in particular, so many were killed by their general Qasem Soleimani". While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two-week warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had "decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue." He also congratulated Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin 'Bibi' Netanyahu and said, “We worked as a team like perhaps no team has ever worked before, and we've gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel.” He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days." "Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal…But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.

"There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days. Remember there are many targets left," Trump said in a late-night address to the nation.

Trump says there will either be peace or great 'tragedy for Iran,' warns 'many targets left'

US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Iran&#39;s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated, says US President Donald Trump . . . . Video: White House <a href="https://t.co/7g1P64063L">pic.twitter.com/7g1P64063L</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1936607597320409154?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>A 'spectacular success'</h2>"A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan," he detailed, adding that everyone heard those names for years as Iran built what Trump referred to as a "horribly destructive enterprise."Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success', Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation.Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear siteshttps://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embedTrump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, “future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.”While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two weeks warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had “decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue.”He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.""Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal...But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.

US President Donald Trump is addressing citizens after US successfully carried out strikes on Iran nuclear sites

US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”.

US President Donald Trump is addressing citizens after US successfully carried out strikes on Iran nuclear sites

Trump calls Iran 'bully of Middle East,' says nuclear sites 'completely obliterated' in address to nation after US strikes

American B-2 stealth bombers took off from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri towards a strategic base in Guam in the western Pacific on Saturday amid an escalating war between Israel and Iran. This comes after US President Donald Trump took a “two-week” deadline for deciding whether America will join Israel in striking Iran or not.Four Boeing KC-46 Pegasus refueling planes were flying with the bombers, according to Israeli public television KAN. Two of those four planes have already performed refueling for the B2 aircraft over the Pacific Ocean. While the other two are about 75 kilometres behind them.<h2>What are B-2 stealth bombers?</h2>Made by Northrop Grumman, the bomber, with its cutting-edge stealth technology began its production in 1980s, but was stopped by the fall of the Soviet Union. Later, the Pentagon’s procurement program was cut short, and only 21 were produced.The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by the US only. According to experts, bunker-buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.It can penetrate complex air defenses and launch precise attacks on targets that have become impenetrable.These bombers can attack any target in the world from continental US bases due to its wide range. It has a range of over 6,000 nautical miles without refueling.It is equipped with a two-pilot crew configuration, which helps reduce personnel requirements while also maintaining operational effectiveness through advanced automation systems.With a payload capacity of more than 40,000 pounds allows the aircraft to carry a diverse array of conventional and nuclear weapons. Its internal weapons bays are designed specifically to maintain stealth characteristics while also accommodating large ordnance loads, which could include two GBU-57A/B MOP, a “buster-bunker” bomb.The technology of the stealth bombers includes radar-absorbing materials and angular design features that minimise detection by enemy air defense systems.Notably, its radar cross-section is compared to that of a small bird, which makes it nearly invisible to conventional radar.<h2>‘Bunker buster’ needed to attack Iran’s Fordow</h2>As Israel continues to strike Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, it might not hit at Fordow nuclear facility because for that Israel needs to have a bunker buster bomb from the US.Built into the side of a mountain, the facility is Tehran's second nuclear enrichment site after Natanz and is a heavily guarded complex. However, if Israel wants to destroy the Fordow nuclear facility, the US has to intervene and help in attacking the site.The weapon is the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), a bomb six metres in length and weighing 13.6 tonnes, whose dense casings enable it to remain unharmed while it goes through rock and concrete before detonating deep inside underground.In this particular case, it refers to the latest GBU-57 A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator bomb in the American arsenal.Roughly, it is a 30000-pound precision-guided bomb and is guided to attack deeply buried and hardened bunkers and tunnels, according to the US Air Force.

The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by the US only. According to experts, bunker-buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.

American B-2 stealth bombers took off from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri towards a strategic base in Guam in the western Pacific on Saturday amid an escalating war between Israel and Iran. This comes after US President Donald Trump took a “two-week” deadline for deciding whether America will join Israel in striking Iran or not. Four Boeing KC-46 Pegasus refueling planes were flying with the bombers, according to Israeli public television KAN. Two of those four planes have already performed refueling for the B2 aircraft over the Pacific Ocean. While the other two are about 75 kilometres behind them. What are B-2 stealth bombers? Made by Northrop Grumman, the bomber, with its cutting-edge stealth technology began its production in 1980s, but was stopped by the fall of the Soviet Union. Later, the Pentagon’s procurement program was cut short, and only 21 were produced. The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by the US only. According to experts, bunker-buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site. It can penetrate complex air defenses and launch precise attacks on targets that have become impenetrable. These bombers can attack any target in the world from continental US bases due to its wide range. It has a range of over 6,000 nautical miles without refueling. It is equipped with a two-pilot crew configuration, which helps reduce personnel requirements while also maintaining operational effectiveness through advanced automation systems. With a payload capacity of more than 40,000 pounds allows the aircraft to carry a diverse array of conventional and nuclear weapons. Its internal weapons bays are designed specifically to maintain stealth characteristics while also accommodating large ordnance loads, which could include two GBU-57A/B MOP, a “buster-bunker” bomb. The technology of the stealth bombers includes radar-absorbing materials and angular design features that minimise detection by enemy air defense systems. Notably, its radar cross-section is compared to that of a small bird, which makes it nearly invisible to conventional radar. ‘Bunker buster’ needed to attack Iran’s Fordow As Israel continues to strike Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, it might not hit at Fordow nuclear facility because for that Israel needs to have a bunker buster bomb from the US. Built into the side of a mountain, the facility is Tehran's second nuclear enrichment site after Natanz and is a heavily guarded complex. However, if Israel wants to destroy the Fordow nuclear facility, the US has to intervene and help in attacking the site. The weapon is the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), a bomb six metres in length and weighing 13.6 tonnes, whose dense casings enable it to remain unharmed while it goes through rock and concrete before detonating deep inside underground. In this particular case, it refers to the latest GBU-57 A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator bomb in the American arsenal. Roughly, it is a 30000-pound precision-guided bomb and is guided to attack deeply buried and hardened bunkers and tunnels, according to the US Air Force.

The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by the US only. According to experts, bunker-buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.

What are B-2 stealth bombers? US plane that can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs - All you need to know amid Israel-Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Iranian officials confirmed that the bombing took place at 2:30 am local time.&nbsp;“We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he wrote on his Truth Social platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;"All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” the US president added.&nbsp;

&nbsp;In another post, Trump posted, “Fordow is gone.”&nbsp;In an X post, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant wrote, “President Trump took a bold decision for the United States, for Israel, for all of humanity. The world is now a safer place.”&nbsp;Trump said that he will give an address to the nation at 10 pm at the White House “regarding our very successful military operation in Iran.”&nbsp;He added, “This is an HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ISRAEL, AND THE WORLD. IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR. THANK YOU!”&nbsp;Iranian state media outlet FARS News reported that residents of Qom, a city about 87 miles south of Tehran, heard several explosions outside of their city. The Fordow nuclear plant is located close to Qom, built into a mountainside.&nbsp;The US strikes come after speculations whether the US would enter the conflict in the Middle East. Trump earlier said, “I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, a Reuters report suggested that Israel did not want to wait for Trump's two-week deadline and may strike Fardow nuclear site without US help.

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

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) announced a “very successful attack” on Iran's three nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Iranian officials confirmed that the bombing took place at 2:30 am local time. “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he wrote on his Truth Social platform. "All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” the US president added.

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

Trump announces ‘very successful’ US strikes on Iran's 3 nuclear sites, says it's ‘time for peace’

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, who was released from a federal detention centre on Friday (Jun 20) after a court order, accused the Trump administration of dehumanising immigrants. The former Columbia University student, a legal permanent resident in the United States, was arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for allegedly leading pro-Palestine protests at the Ivy League campus in New York City in 2024. Khalil claimed that the government was targeting him for his political beliefs. He was the leader of the Columbia University Apartheid Divest and was arrested from his apartment on March 8.&nbsp;“Whether you are a citizen, an immigrant, anyone on this land, you’re not illegal. That doesn’t make you less of a human,” Khalil said while speaking to reporters at Newark airport, just outside New York City, after his release. “This is what the administration is trying to do: to dehumanise me, to dehumanise the immigrants, to dehumanise anyone who actually does not agree with what the administration is doing.”&nbsp;Khalil on Saturday (Jun 21) pledged Saturday to keep campaigning for Palestine, saying, “Even if they would kill me, I would still speak for Palestine.” He was freed from a federal immigration detention center in Louisiana after a judge ordered his release on bail.&nbsp;“Just the fact I am here sends a message – the fact that all these attempts to suppress pro-Palestine voices have failed now,” said Khalil, who is still fighting his potential expulsion from the United States. He spoke alongside his wife Noor Abdalla, who gave birth to their first child while Khalil was in detention, and Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.&nbsp;“Mahmoud Khalil was imprisoned for 104 days by this administration, by the Trump administration, with no grounds and for political reasons, because Mahmoud Khalil is an advocate for Palestinian human rights,” Ocasio-Cortez said. “This is not over, and we will have to continue to support this case.”&nbsp;Khalil, who was born in Syria to Palestinian parents, still faces some restrictions on where he can travel within the country. Under the terms of his release, he is also not allowed to leave the United States unless in a case of “self-deportation”.&nbsp;The Department of Homeland Security criticised the court’s ruling by District Judge Michael Farbiarz, calling it an example of how “out of control members of the judicial branch are undermining our national security.” Earlier, the Trump administration tried to deport the pro-Palestine activist after his arrest, but a federal judge temporarily blocked the attempt. US President Donald Trump’s administration has justified pushing for his deportation saying that his presence in the country could have “potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences.”&nbsp;Khalil’s legal team fears that he could also face threats out of detention beyond his case.Beyond his legal case, Khalil's team fears he could face threats out of detention. One of his lawyers, Baher Azmy, told AFP “We are very mindful about his security, and the irony is that he is the one being persecuted.”&nbsp;“But he is committed to peace and because he is rejecting US government policy he is under threat,” Azmy added, without detailing on what security measures are in place for Khalil and his family.

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil was freed from a federal immigration detention center in Louisiana after a judge ordered his release on bail.

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, who was released from a federal detention centre on Friday (Jun 20) after a court order, accused the Trump administration of dehumanising immigrants. The former Columbia University student, a legal permanent resident in the United States, was arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for allegedly leading pro-Palestine protests at the Ivy League campus in New York City in 2024. Khalil claimed that the government was targeting him for his political beliefs. He was the leader of the Columbia University Apartheid Divest and was arrested from his apartment on March 8. “Whether you are a citizen, an immigrant, anyone on this land, you’re not illegal. That doesn’t make you less of a human,” Khalil said while speaking to reporters at Newark airport, just outside New York City, after his release. “This is what the administration is trying to do: to dehumanise me, to dehumanise the immigrants, to dehumanise anyone who actually does not agree with what the administration is doing.” Khalil on Saturday (Jun 21) pledged Saturday to keep campaigning for Palestine, saying, “Even if they would kill me, I would still speak for Palestine.” He was freed from a federal immigration detention center in Louisiana after a judge ordered his release on bail. “Just the fact I am here sends a message – the fact that all these attempts to suppress pro-Palestine voices have failed now,” said Khalil, who is still fighting his potential expulsion from the United States. He spoke alongside his wife Noor Abdalla, who gave birth to their first child while Khalil was in detention, and Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. “Mahmoud Khalil was imprisoned for 104 days by this administration, by the Trump administration, with no grounds and for political reasons, because Mahmoud Khalil is an advocate for Palestinian human rights,” Ocasio-Cortez said. “This is not over, and we will have to continue to support this case.” Khalil, who was born in Syria to Palestinian parents, still faces some restrictions on where he can travel within the country. Under the terms of his release, he is also not allowed to leave the United States unless in a case of “self-deportation”. The Department of Homeland Security criticised the court’s ruling by District Judge Michael Farbiarz, calling it an example of how “out of control members of the judicial branch are undermining our national security.” Earlier, the Trump administration tried to deport the pro-Palestine activist after his arrest, but a federal judge temporarily blocked the attempt. US President Donald Trump’s administration has justified pushing for his deportation saying that his presence in the country could have “potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences.” Khalil’s legal team fears that he could also face threats out of detention beyond his case. Beyond his legal case, Khalil's team fears he could face threats out of detention. One of his lawyers, Baher Azmy, told AFP “We are very mindful about his security, and the irony is that he is the one being persecuted.” “But he is committed to peace and because he is rejecting US government policy he is under threat,” Azmy added, without detailing on what security measures are in place for Khalil and his family.

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil was freed from a federal immigration detention center in Louisiana after a judge ordered his release on bail.

Mahmoud Khalil accuses Trump administration of ‘dehumanising immigrants’ after release

Iranian armed forces on Saturday (Jun 21) threatened to strike shipments of military aid to Israel amid the ongoing conflict between the two foes. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian earlier warned that his country’s “response to the continued aggression of the Zionist regime will be more devastating” during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to the official IRNA news agency. This comes as the tensions and military escalation continue in the Middle East into its second week. Israeli strikes on Iran have killed more than 400 people, said the Islamic Republic’s health ministry. Israel said that at least 25 people have been killed since June 13 due to Iran’s strikes.&nbsp;“We warn that sending any military or radar equipment by boat or aircraft from any country to assist the Zionist regime will be considered participation in the aggression against Islamic Iran and will be a legitimate target for the armed forces,” a spokesman said in a video statement broadcast on state TV.&nbsp;As the fighting between the two foes continues for more than a week now, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a “more devastating” retaliation should Israeli strikes continue. He added that the Islamic Republic would not stop its nuclear programme “under any circumstances”.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Israel on Saturday said that it had killed three more Iranian commanders as its military operations against Tehran continue. Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Saar said that Israel’s military campaign have delayed Iran’s potential to develop a nuclear weapon by “at least two or three years”.&nbsp;“According to the assessment we hear, we already delayed for at least two or three years the possibility for them to have a nuclear bomb,” said Saar. “The fact that we took out those people who led and pushed the weaponisation of the nuclear program is extremely important,” he added.&nbsp;“We already achieved a lot, but we will do whatever we can do. We will not stop until we will do everything that we can do there in order to remove this threat.” Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

As the fighting between the two foes continues for more than a week now, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a “more devastating” retaliation should Israeli strikes continue.

Iranian armed forces on Saturday (Jun 21) threatened to strike shipments of military aid to Israel amid the ongoing conflict between the two foes. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian earlier warned that his country’s “response to the continued aggression of the Zionist regime will be more devastating” during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to the official IRNA news agency. This comes as the tensions and military escalation continue in the Middle East into its second week. Israeli strikes on Iran have killed more than 400 people, said the Islamic Republic’s health ministry. Israel said that at least 25 people have been killed since June 13 due to Iran’s strikes. “We warn that sending any military or radar equipment by boat or aircraft from any country to assist the Zionist regime will be considered participation in the aggression against Islamic Iran and will be a legitimate target for the armed forces,” a spokesman said in a video statement broadcast on state TV. As the fighting between the two foes continues for more than a week now, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a “more devastating” retaliation should Israeli strikes continue. He added that the Islamic Republic would not stop its nuclear programme “under any circumstances”. Meanwhile, Israel on Saturday said that it had killed three more Iranian commanders as its military operations against Tehran continue. Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Saar said that Israel’s military campaign have delayed Iran’s potential to develop a nuclear weapon by “at least two or three years”. “According to the assessment we hear, we already delayed for at least two or three years the possibility for them to have a nuclear bomb,” said Saar. “The fact that we took out those people who led and pushed the weaponisation of the nuclear program is extremely important,” he added. “We already achieved a lot, but we will do whatever we can do. We will not stop until we will do everything that we can do there in order to remove this threat.” Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

As the fighting between the two foes continues for more than a week now, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a “more devastating” retaliation should Israeli strikes continue.

‘Will be a legitimate target’: Iran warns of sending any military aid shipments to Israel

Amid speculation whether US President Donald Trump would strike Iran, Israeli officials said that they do not want to wait two weeks for Tehran to reach a deal to dismantle key parts of its nuclear program, Reuters reported, citing sources. It added that Israel could act alone before the deadline given by Trump is up, and Tel Aviv has communicated its concerns to the US administration officials on Thursday in a tense phone call, as described by the sources.&nbsp;According to the report citing anonymous sources, the Israeli officials said that they do not want to wait for the two-week deadline given by the US president on Thursday. After speculations about whether the US would enter the conflict in the Middle East, Trump said, “I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks.” In the call with Trump administration officials, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Israel Katz and military chief Eyal Zamir were among the participants.&nbsp;The sources added that Israelis believe they have a limited window of opportunity to strike the deeply buried nuclear site at Fordow. The United States is the only country to have bunker-busting bombs, which are powerful enough to reach the facility dug into the side of a mountain.&nbsp;Reuters earlier reported that the US was moving its B-2 bombers to the Pacific island of Guam, reinforcing the possibility that the US may get directly involved in an attack. The B-2 is capable of carrying a 30,000-pound GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator of the US, which can destroy underground targets like the Fordow nuclear facility.&nbsp;The report added that a US official familiar with the matter said that Israel has communicated to Washington that it believes Trump’s deadline of two weeks is too long and swift action is needed amid the conflict.&nbsp;During the call between Israeli and US officials, Vice President JD Vance pushes back, saying that the United States shouldn’t be directly involved with the conflict in the Middle East. He suggested that Israelis were dragging the US into war, the sources said. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was also present in the call. Who else took part in the call was not clear. The Jerusalem Post reported earlier that a phone call took place on Thursday.&nbsp;Israel has accused Iran of seeking nuclear weapons, citing it as the reason behind its military operations against Tehran. But Iran has consistently denied the claim, insisting that its nuclear programme is only for peaceful purposes.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

Israel could act alone before the deadline given by Trump is up, and Israel has communicated its concerns to the US administration officials on Thursday in a tense phone call, as described by the sources.

Amid speculation whether US President Donald Trump would strike Iran, Israeli officials said that they do not want to wait two weeks for Tehran to reach a deal to dismantle key parts of its nuclear program, Reuters reported, citing sources. It added that Israel could act alone before the deadline given by Trump is up, and Tel Aviv has communicated its concerns to the US administration officials on Thursday in a tense phone call, as described by the sources. According to the report citing anonymous sources, the Israeli officials said that they do not want to wait for the two-week deadline given by the US president on Thursday. After speculations about whether the US would enter the conflict in the Middle East, Trump said, “I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks.” In the call with Trump administration officials, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Israel Katz and military chief Eyal Zamir were among the participants. The sources added that Israelis believe they have a limited window of opportunity to strike the deeply buried nuclear site at Fordow. The United States is the only country to have bunker-busting bombs, which are powerful enough to reach the facility dug into the side of a mountain. Reuters earlier reported that the US was moving its B-2 bombers to the Pacific island of Guam, reinforcing the possibility that the US may get directly involved in an attack. The B-2 is capable of carrying a 30,000-pound GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator of the US, which can destroy underground targets like the Fordow nuclear facility. The report added that a US official familiar with the matter said that Israel has communicated to Washington that it believes Trump’s deadline of two weeks is too long and swift action is needed amid the conflict. During the call between Israeli and US officials, Vice President JD Vance pushes back, saying that the United States shouldn’t be directly involved with the conflict in the Middle East. He suggested that Israelis were dragging the US into war, the sources said. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was also present in the call. Who else took part in the call was not clear. The Jerusalem Post reported earlier that a phone call took place on Thursday. Israel has accused Iran of seeking nuclear weapons, citing it as the reason behind its military operations against Tehran. But Iran has consistently denied the claim, insisting that its nuclear programme is only for peaceful purposes. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

Israel could act alone before the deadline given by Trump is up, and Israel has communicated its concerns to the US administration officials on Thursday in a tense phone call, as described by the sources.

Israel may strike Iran’s Fordow nuclear site before Trump’s two-week deadline: Report

An Iranian missile struck the Soroka Medical Centre in southern Israel 

<h2>An Iranian missile struck the Soroka Medical Centre in southern Israel</h2>

Ambulance shattered, surgical ward shut: Images show extent of damage INSIDE Israel’s Soroka hospital after Iran's strike

Iran was hit by a 5.2 magnitude earthquake late Friday (June 21), sending tremors through the region. According to the reports, the earthquake hit the area near Iran’s Semnan at 5:49 local time, with the depth recorded at 10 km.This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.According to Iranian local media, no casualties were reported and the damage was minimal, which triggered concerns over nuclear testing.As war between the two nations escalated, the earthquake’s proximity raised concerns for speculation over possible nuclear activity.Moreover, the quake’s timing as well as its proximity to Semnan reflects more chances of a possible nuclear testing, as it is a site known for its missile and aerospace infrastructure, raising concerns on social media after the quake.<h2>Iran’s seismologic history</h2>Seismologically, Iran is highly active due to its position on the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt. Hence, it is prone to earthquakes.Iran has witnessed over 2000 earthquakes annually, including 15 to 16 of magnitude 5.0 or higher.Moreover, according to an analysis, 96000 earthquakes jolted Iran between 2006 and 2015.According to experts and reports, nuclear activities, particularly underground nuclear explosions, can induce earthquakes by releasing tectonic stress near the blast.These explosions are typically much smaller in magnitude than the explosion itself and are limited to a range of a few tens of kilometres from the blast site according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).Earlier on June 17, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Borazjan in Bushehr province, followed by another 4.2 magnitude quake near Kashmar in Razavi Khorasan just a day later. These events highlight the constant seismic risk faced by the region and the importance of preparedness in earthquake-prone areas like Iran.&nbsp;

This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.

Iran was hit by a 5.2 magnitude earthquake late Friday (June 21), sending tremors through the region. According to the reports, the earthquake hit the area near Iran’s Semnan at 5:49 local time, with the depth recorded at 10 km. This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists. According to Iranian local media, no casualties were reported and the damage was minimal, which triggered concerns over nuclear testing. As war between the two nations escalated, the earthquake’s proximity raised concerns for speculation over possible nuclear activity. Moreover, the quake’s timing as well as its proximity to Semnan reflects more chances of a possible nuclear testing, as it is a site known for its missile and aerospace infrastructure, raising concerns on social media after the quake. Iran’s seismologic history Seismologically, Iran is highly active due to its position on the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt. Hence, it is prone to earthquakes. Iran has witnessed over 2000 earthquakes annually, including 15 to 16 of magnitude 5.0 or higher. Moreover, according to an analysis, 96000 earthquakes jolted Iran between 2006 and 2015. According to experts and reports, nuclear activities, particularly underground nuclear explosions, can induce earthquakes by releasing tectonic stress near the blast. These explosions are typically much smaller in magnitude than the explosion itself and are limited to a range of a few tens of kilometres from the blast site according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). Earlier on June 17, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Borazjan in Bushehr province, followed by another 4.2 magnitude quake near Kashmar in Razavi Khorasan just a day later. These events highlight the constant seismic risk faced by the region and the importance of preparedness in earthquake-prone areas like Iran.

This comes amid Israel and Iran engaging in a deadly war as Israel on June 13 launched Operation Rising Lion, with an aim to target Iran’s nuclear facilities, top military officials and nuclear scientists.

'2,100 earthquakes a year': Iran and its seismologic history - Just a natural earthquake or a link to nuclear testing?

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European foreign ministers in Geneva in an attempt to prevent an escalation in the country’s conflict with Israel, after United States President Donald Trump said he would decide within two weeks whether to join the assault on Tehran. Abbas Araghchi met diplomats, including French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, and European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Friday.&nbsp;After the meeting, Araghchi told reporters that Iran was “prepared” to meet with the European officials again, calling Friday’s talks a “serious, respectful” discussion. But he also expressed “grave concern” about the failure of European countries to condemn Israel’s attacks on Iran. “Iran is ready to consider diplomacy once again – once the aggression is stopped and the aggressor is held accountable for the crimes committed,” Araghchi said. Iran had earlier said that it would not discuss the future of its nuclear programme while under attack by Israel, as Europe tried to coax Tehran back into negotiations. &nbsp;French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barron on behalf of European leaders said, “The Iranian Foreign Minister has expressed his willingness to continue discussions on the nuclear programme and more broadly on all issues, and we expect Iran to commit to the discussion, including with the United States, to reach a negotiated settlement."<h2>Phone call between Macron and Iranian president Pezeshkian</h2>Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday that France and its European partners would ramp up talks with Iran. "I am convinced that there is a way out of war and to avoid even greater dangers," Macron said on X after holding phone talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. “To achieve this, we will step up the negotiations initiated by France and its European partners with Iran.”&nbsp;Speaking about the call, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said that his country's response to continued Israeli "aggression" will be "more devastating" in the coming days. He also said that his country <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-are-ready-iranian-president-pezeshkian-warns-of-more-devastating-response-to-israel-issues-big-statement-on-nuclear-activity-1750526697181">will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances."</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250621/image-1750529416505.png"></figure><h2>‘Iran wants to speak to us, not Europe’: Trump</h2>However, US President Donald Trump dismissed a European diplomatic initiative aimed at de-escalating the conflict between Israel and Iran, asserting that Tehran prefers direct talks with Washington instead of engaging with European powers. "Iran didn't want to speak to Europe, they want to speak to us," Trump told reporters. He also acknowledged the limited influence the US has over Israel's military campaign, stating, "Israel is doing well in terms of war, and I think you would have to say Iran is doing less well. It's a little hard to get someone to stop."&nbsp;Earlier, Trump's White House Press Secretary announced that he will decide in two weeks if the US will enter the war between Israel and Iran. "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in the statement read out by Leavitt.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European foreign ministers while Trump said that Tehran wants direct talks with US

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European foreign ministers in Geneva in an attempt to prevent an escalation in the country’s conflict with Israel, after United States President Donald Trump said he would decide within two weeks whether to join the assault on Tehran. Abbas Araghchi met diplomats, including French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, and European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Friday. After the meeting, Araghchi told reporters that Iran was “prepared” to meet with the European officials again, calling Friday’s talks a “serious, respectful” discussion. But he also expressed “grave concern” about the failure of European countries to condemn Israel’s attacks on Iran. “Iran is ready to consider diplomacy once again – once the aggression is stopped and the aggressor is held accountable for the crimes committed,” Araghchi said. Iran had earlier said that it would not discuss the future of its nuclear programme while under attack by Israel, as Europe tried to coax Tehran back into negotiations. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barron on behalf of European leaders said, “The Iranian Foreign Minister has expressed his willingness to continue discussions on the nuclear programme and more broadly on all issues, and we expect Iran to commit to the discussion, including with the United States, to reach a negotiated settlement." Phone call between Macron and Iranian president Pezeshkian Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday that France and its European partners would ramp up talks with Iran. "I am convinced that there is a way out of war and to avoid even greater dangers," Macron said on X after holding phone talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. “To achieve this, we will step up the negotiations initiated by France and its European partners with Iran.” Speaking about the call, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said that his country's response to continued Israeli "aggression" will be "more devastating" in the coming days. He also said that his country will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances." ‘Iran wants to speak to us, not Europe’: Trump However, US President Donald Trump dismissed a European diplomatic initiative aimed at de-escalating the conflict between Israel and Iran, asserting that Tehran prefers direct talks with Washington instead of engaging with European powers. "Iran didn't want to speak to Europe, they want to speak to us," Trump told reporters. He also acknowledged the limited influence the US has over Israel's military campaign, stating, "Israel is doing well in terms of war, and I think you would have to say Iran is doing less well. It's a little hard to get someone to stop." Earlier, Trump's White House Press Secretary announced that he will decide in two weeks if the US will enter the war between Israel and Iran. "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in the statement read out by Leavitt.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European foreign ministers while Trump said that Tehran wants direct talks with US

Iranian FM holds talks with European leaders but Trump says 'they want to speak to us' | Here's what we know about Iran-US nuclear talks amid war

US Intel Chief Tulsi Gabbard said that Iran could produce nuclear weapons "within weeks", months after she appeared before Congress to testify that the nation was not making them. The US Director of National Intelligence said her March testimony - in which she said Iran had a stock of materials but was not manufacturing these weapons - had been misconstrued by "dishonest media".&nbsp;Her flip was after Donald Trump said that she was "wrong" and that intelligence indicated Iran had a "tremendous amount of material" and could make a nuclear weapon "within months".&nbsp;Iran has consistently maintained that its nuclear program is purely peaceful and it has never attempted to build a nuclear weapon. On Thursday (June 19 ), &nbsp;Trump said he was giving Tehran the "maximum" of two weeks to agree on its nuclear program with Washington. He added that he would soon determine if the US will join the Israeli strikes against Iran.&nbsp;There has been growing disagreement within Trump's "America First" movement on whether the US should get involved in the conflict. On Saturday morning, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his nation was "absolutely ready for a negotiated solution" on their nuclear programme but Iran "cannot go through negotiations with the US when our people are under bombardment".&nbsp;In her social media post, Gabbard said US intelligence indicated Iran is "at the point that it can produce a nuclear weapon within weeks to months". "President Trump has made it very clear that can't happen, and I agree," she continued.&nbsp;Gabbard shared a video of her complete testimony to Congress in March, in which she reported US intelligence agencies had found that Iran was not developing nuclear weapons.&nbsp;Experts also determined that Iran had not restarted its suspended 2003 nuclear arms programme, she said in the video, while the country's inventory of enriched uranium - one building block of such weapons - was at a historic high. In her testimony, she said Iran's inventory was "unprecedented for a non-nuclear-armed state.".&nbsp;Earlier this month, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the world's nuclear watchdog, sounded the alarm over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, which can be used to produce reactor fuel but also weapons. Gabbard's testimony in March has been previously attacked by Trump, who previously told reporters that he did not "care what she said".&nbsp;The US president indicated that he is sure Iran were "very close to having a weapon" and his nation was not going to let that occur.&nbsp;

Within weeks US Intel Chief Gabbard warns of imminent Iran nuke threat reverses from earlier testimony

US Intel Chief Tulsi Gabbard said that Iran could produce nuclear weapons "within weeks", months after she appeared before Congress to testify that the nation was not making them. The US Director of National Intelligence said her March testimony - in which she said Iran had a stock of materials but was not manufacturing these weapons - had been misconstrued by "dishonest media". Her flip was after Donald Trump said that she was "wrong" and that intelligence indicated Iran had a "tremendous amount of material" and could make a nuclear weapon "within months". Iran has consistently maintained that its nuclear program is purely peaceful and it has never attempted to build a nuclear weapon. On Thursday (June 19 ), Trump said he was giving Tehran the "maximum" of two weeks to agree on its nuclear program with Washington. He added that he would soon determine if the US will join the Israeli strikes against Iran. There has been growing disagreement within Trump's "America First" movement on whether the US should get involved in the conflict. On Saturday morning, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his nation was "absolutely ready for a negotiated solution" on their nuclear programme but Iran "cannot go through negotiations with the US when our people are under bombardment". In her social media post, Gabbard said US intelligence indicated Iran is "at the point that it can produce a nuclear weapon within weeks to months". "President Trump has made it very clear that can't happen, and I agree," she continued. Gabbard shared a video of her complete testimony to Congress in March, in which she reported US intelligence agencies had found that Iran was not developing nuclear weapons. Experts also determined that Iran had not restarted its suspended 2003 nuclear arms programme, she said in the video, while the country's inventory of enriched uranium - one building block of such weapons - was at a historic high. In her testimony, she said Iran's inventory was "unprecedented for a non-nuclear-armed state.". Earlier this month, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the world's nuclear watchdog, sounded the alarm over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, which can be used to produce reactor fuel but also weapons. Gabbard's testimony in March has been previously attacked by Trump, who previously told reporters that he did not "care what she said". The US president indicated that he is sure Iran were "very close to having a weapon" and his nation was not going to let that occur.

Her change of position came after Donald Trump said she was ‘wrong’ and that intelligence showed Iran had a ‘tremendous amount of material’ and could have a nuclear weapon ‘within months’

US intel chief Gabbard warns Iran could build nuke 'within weeks', slams 'dishonest media'

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday (June 21) that his country's response to continued Israeli "aggression" will be "more devastating", as fighting in West Asia continued for the ninth day. He also said that his country will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances." This comes after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European counterparts in an attempt to prevent an escalation of the ongoing situation.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Our response to the continued aggression of the Zionist regime will be more devastating," said Pezeshkian during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to the official IRNA news agency. "We are ready to discuss and cooperate to build confidence in the field of peaceful nuclear activities, however, we do not agree to reduce nuclear activities to zero under any circumstances," Pezeshkian added.<h2>Iran-Israel faceoff at UNHRC</h2>A day earlier, Iran’s foreign minister Araghchi condemned the Israeli attacks against the Islamic Republic as a “betrayal of diplomacy" with the US and called the attacks on nuclear facilities “grave war crimes”. He added that Israel's strike on Iran on June 13 was to derail Tehran and Washington's efforts to craft a “promising agreement” on the Iranian nuclear program. Araghchi, making his first trip abroad since the strikes began, denounced Israel’s attack as an “outrageous act of aggression.”&nbsp;In response, Israel’s United Nations ambassador Danny Danon slammed Tehran for seeking help from the international community. Slamming Iran, Danon said, “How dare you write five letters last week to this assembly to demand a session and ask the international community for sympathy? How dare you ask the international community to protect you from the consequences of your own genocidal agenda? You are not a victim. You are not even a diplomat. You are a wolf pretending to be a diplomat, and we are done pretending otherwise.”

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said also said that his country will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances."

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday (June 21) that his country's response to continued Israeli "aggression" will be "more devastating", as fighting in West Asia continued for the ninth day. He also said that his country will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances." This comes after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with European counterparts in an attempt to prevent an escalation of the ongoing situation. "Our response to the continued aggression of the Zionist regime will be more devastating," said Pezeshkian during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to the official IRNA news agency. "We are ready to discuss and cooperate to build confidence in the field of peaceful nuclear activities, however, we do not agree to reduce nuclear activities to zero under any circumstances," Pezeshkian added. Iran-Israel faceoff at UNHRC A day earlier, Iran’s foreign minister Araghchi condemned the Israeli attacks against the Islamic Republic as a “betrayal of diplomacy" with the US and called the attacks on nuclear facilities “grave war crimes”. He added that Israel's strike on Iran on June 13 was to derail Tehran and Washington's efforts to craft a “promising agreement” on the Iranian nuclear program. Araghchi, making his first trip abroad since the strikes began, denounced Israel’s attack as an “outrageous act of aggression.” In response, Israel’s United Nations ambassador Danny Danon slammed Tehran for seeking help from the international community. Slamming Iran, Danon said, “How dare you write five letters last week to this assembly to demand a session and ask the international community for sympathy? How dare you ask the international community to protect you from the consequences of your own genocidal agenda? You are not a victim. You are not even a diplomat. You are a wolf pretending to be a diplomat, and we are done pretending otherwise.”

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said also said that his country will not halt nuclear activity "under any circumstances."

'WE ARE READY...': Iranian President Pezeshkian warns of 'more devastating' response to Israel, issues BIG statement on nuclear activity

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saturday (June 21) threatened the United States against entering the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. In a video statement, Houthis said that they would attack the US vessels in the Red Sea despite a recent truce with Washington if it joins Israel's campaign against Iran. "If the US gets involved in an attack and aggression against Iran with the Israeli enemy, the armed forces (Houthis) will target its ships and warships in the Red Sea," the group's military spokesman Yahya Saree said in a video statement. This is the first statement by a member of the ‘<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-are-iran-s-allies-and-what-is-axis-of-resistance-hamas-hezbollah-that-is-silent-amid-war-with-israel-us-1750417781203">Axis of Resistance’</a> after Israel's strike on Iran on June 13.&nbsp;For decades, Iran built up a network of militias that shared a hatred of Israel and America, and called them the ‘Axis of Resistance’, but the silence from the resistance forces amid the ongoing war with Israel has raised major questions about its existence and its power in the region. Led by Iran, the 'Axis of Resistance’ included now-gone Syria’s Assad regime, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, various Iraqi Shiite militias, the Yemeni Houthis, and Palestinian factions like Hamas and Islamic Jihad.&nbsp;<h2>Who are the allies of Iran?</h2>Iran’s key global allies, Russia and China, have condemned Israel’s strikes. They have called for de-escalation from both sides. Russia warned the United States not to take military action against Iran. "We would like to particularly warn Washington against military intervention in the situation," Russian foreign ministry's spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told reporters.&nbsp;&nbsp;Similarly, speaking at a press briefing, Guo Jiakun, spokesman for the Chinese foreign affairs ministry, said any use of force from the US would be seen as an infringement of Iran's sovereignty and security.&nbsp;Another key Iranian ally - Pakistan - was quick to condemn the Israeli action. However, Pakistan's growing closeness with the US, including its Army Chief Asim Munir's lunch with US President Donald Trump and Pakistan's nominating him for Nobel peace prize has raised concerns about Islamabad's intentions in Tehran. Islamabad also denied receiving any request for "military assistance" from Iran while stressing that the Islamic Republic has the right to defend itself.&nbsp;Other regional powers such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey might have slammed Israel, but will not solely support Iran because of their ties with the US.&nbsp;_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.&nbsp;

 In a video statement, Houthis said that they would attack the US vessels in the Red Sea if America joins Israel campaign against Iran.

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saturday (June 21) threatened the United States against entering the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. In a video statement, Houthis said that they would attack the US vessels in the Red Sea despite a recent truce with Washington if it joins Israel's campaign against Iran. "If the US gets involved in an attack and aggression against Iran with the Israeli enemy, the armed forces (Houthis) will target its ships and warships in the Red Sea," the group's military spokesman Yahya Saree said in a video statement. This is the first statement by a member of the ‘Axis of Resistance’ after Israel's strike on Iran on June 13. For decades, Iran built up a network of militias that shared a hatred of Israel and America, and called them the ‘Axis of Resistance’, but the silence from the resistance forces amid the ongoing war with Israel has raised major questions about its existence and its power in the region. Led by Iran, the 'Axis of Resistance’ included now-gone Syria’s Assad regime, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, various Iraqi Shiite militias, the Yemeni Houthis, and Palestinian factions like Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Who are the allies of Iran? Iran’s key global allies, Russia and China, have condemned Israel’s strikes. They have called for de-escalation from both sides. Russia warned the United States not to take military action against Iran. "We would like to particularly warn Washington against military intervention in the situation," Russian foreign ministry's spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told reporters. Similarly, speaking at a press briefing, Guo Jiakun, spokesman for the Chinese foreign affairs ministry, said any use of force from the US would be seen as an infringement of Iran's sovereignty and security. Another key Iranian ally - Pakistan - was quick to condemn the Israeli action. However, Pakistan's growing closeness with the US, including its Army Chief Asim Munir's lunch with US President Donald Trump and Pakistan's nominating him for Nobel peace prize has raised concerns about Islamabad's intentions in Tehran. Islamabad also denied receiving any request for "military assistance" from Iran while stressing that the Islamic Republic has the right to defend itself. Other regional powers such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey might have slammed Israel, but will not solely support Iran because of their ties with the US. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Iran conflict. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

&nbsp;In a video statement, Houthis said that they would attack the US vessels in the Red Sea if America joins Israel's campaign against Iran.

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As Israel continues to strike Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, it might not hit at Fordow nuclear facility because for that Israel needs to have a bunker buster bomb from the US.Built into the side of a mountain, the facility is Tehran's second nuclear enrichment site after Natanz and is a heavily guarded complex.However, if Israel wants to destroy the Fordow nuclear facility, the US has to intervene and help in attacking the site.The US has to provide "bunker-buster bombs" to Israel, which are believed to significantly damage the Fordow nuclear fuel enrichment plant.<h2>What are bunker-buster bombs?</h2>The bunker buster is a broad term used to describe bombs that are designed to penetrate deep below the surface before exploding.The weapon is the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), a bomb six metres in length and weighing 13.6 tonnes, whose dense casings enable it to remain unharmed while it goes through rock and concrete before detonating deep inside underground.In this particular case, it refers to the latest GBU-57 A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator bomb in the American arsenal.Roughly, it is the 30000-pound precision-guided bomb and is guided to attack deeply buried and hardened bunkers and tunnels, according to the US Air Force.The bomb is believed to be able to penetrate about 200 feet below the surface before exploding and these bombs can be dropped one after another, which can effectively drill deeper and deeper with successive blasts.In March 2023, the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned that it had discovered uranium enriched to 83.7 per cent purity at Fordow, which is close 90 per cent that is needed to create nuclear weapons.<h2>But will US get involved?</h2>There have been speculations that the US might get involved in the Israel-Iran war, which further intensified when President Donald Trump left the G7 Summit in a rush.However, Trump contradicted France’s President Emmanuel Macron's claims, saying that his reasons for leaving early certainly had nothing to do with a ceasefire”, adding, “Much bigger than that ... Stay tuned!”Trump has also reiterated many times in the past two months, that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon amid the US-Iran row.&nbsp;

The US has to provide "bunker-buster bombs" to Israel, which are believed to significantly damage the Fordow nuclear fuel enrichment plant.

As Israel continues to strike Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities, it might not hit at Fordow nuclear facility because for that Israel needs to have a bunker buster bomb from the US. Built into the side of a mountain, the facility is Tehran's second nuclear enrichment site after Natanz and is a heavily guarded complex. However, if Israel wants to destroy the Fordow nuclear facility, the US has to intervene and help in attacking the site. The US has to provide "bunker-buster bombs" to Israel, which are believed to significantly damage the Fordow nuclear fuel enrichment plant. What are bunker-buster bombs? The bunker buster is a broad term used to describe bombs that are designed to penetrate deep below the surface before exploding. The weapon is the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), a bomb six metres in length and weighing 13.6 tonnes, whose dense casings enable it to remain unharmed while it goes through rock and concrete before detonating deep inside underground. In this particular case, it refers to the latest GBU-57 A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator bomb in the American arsenal. Roughly, it is the 30000-pound precision-guided bomb and is guided to attack deeply buried and hardened bunkers and tunnels, according to the US Air Force. The bomb is believed to be able to penetrate about 200 feet below the surface before exploding and these bombs can be dropped one after another, which can effectively drill deeper and deeper with successive blasts. In March 2023, the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned that it had discovered uranium enriched to 83.7 per cent purity at Fordow, which is close 90 per cent that is needed to create nuclear weapons. But will US get involved? There have been speculations that the US might get involved in the Israel-Iran war, which further intensified when President Donald Trump left the G7 Summit in a rush. However, Trump contradicted France’s President Emmanuel Macron's claims, saying that his reasons for leaving early certainly had nothing to do with a ceasefire”, adding, “Much bigger than that ... Stay tuned!” Trump has also reiterated many times in the past two months, that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon amid the US-Iran row.

The US has to provide "bunker-buster bombs" to Israel, which are believed to significantly damage the Fordow nuclear fuel enrichment plant.

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As tensions between Israel and Iran intensify with war entering the second week, American B-2 stealth bombers took off from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri towards a strategic base in Guam in the western Pacific, Israeli public television KAN broadcaster reported on Saturday.Four Boeing KC-46 Pegasus refueling planes were flying with the bombers, according to the reports.This comes as US President Donald Trump, who has taken a “two-week” deadline for himself to decide on whether he will join Israel in striking Iran, is expected to receive to the White House today afternoon. He is expected to get intelligence briefings with the National Security Council on Saturday and Sunday on the ongoing war.Two of those four planes have already performed refueling for the B2 aircraft over the Pacific Ocean. While the other two are about 75 kilometres behind them.Moreover, two additional refueling aircraft took off from north of San Francisco and are heading north, according to the report. Notably, their next refueling spot will be Hawaii.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-bunker-buster-bomb-israel-needs-this-30-000-pound-bomb-from-us-to-destroy-iran-s-fordow-nuclear-facility-1750173337183">Also read: What is 'bunker buster bomb'? Israel needs THIS 30,000 pound bomb from US to destroy Iran's Fordow nuclear facility</a>&nbsp;The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by America only. According to experts, bunker buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.Made by Northrop Grumman, the bomber, B-2 is worth about $2.1 billion each, which makes it the most expensive military aircraft ever built.As Israel continues to attack, with indirect help from the US, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any US participation in attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites would be “extremely dangerous for everyone.”He said Iran will not return to nuclear negotiations with the US as long as the war goes on. “We cannot negotiate with the US while our cities are being bombed,” he said.&nbsp;

The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by America only. According to experts, bunker buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.

As tensions between Israel and Iran intensify with war entering the second week, American B-2 stealth bombers took off from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri towards a strategic base in Guam in the western Pacific, Israeli public television KAN broadcaster reported on Saturday. Four Boeing KC-46 Pegasus refueling planes were flying with the bombers, according to the reports. This comes as US President Donald Trump, who has taken a “two-week” deadline for himself to decide on whether he will join Israel in striking Iran, is expected to receive to the White House today afternoon. He is expected to get intelligence briefings with the National Security Council on Saturday and Sunday on the ongoing war. Two of those four planes have already performed refueling for the B2 aircraft over the Pacific Ocean. While the other two are about 75 kilometres behind them. Moreover, two additional refueling aircraft took off from north of San Francisco and are heading north, according to the report. Notably, their next refueling spot will be Hawaii. Also read: What is 'bunker buster bomb'? Israel needs THIS 30,000 pound bomb from US to destroy Iran's Fordow nuclear facility The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by America only. According to experts, bunker buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site. Made by Northrop Grumman, the bomber, B-2 is worth about $2.1 billion each, which makes it the most expensive military aircraft ever built. As Israel continues to attack, with indirect help from the US, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any US participation in attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites would be “extremely dangerous for everyone.” He said Iran will not return to nuclear negotiations with the US as long as the war goes on. “We cannot negotiate with the US while our cities are being bombed,” he said.

The B-2 can carry two 15-ton bunker-buster bombs, which are possessed by America only. According to experts, bunker buster bombs are needed to target Iran’s most heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.

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