Trump announces successful strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

President Donald Trump’s administration successfully carried out strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, in a surprise move announced on Truth Social. The strikes came just days after Trump had suggested a decision on Iran would be made within the next two weeks, causing confusion and misdirection among the media and military officials.

The decision to strike Iran came after Israel launched pre-emptive strikes on June 12 in an operation called “Operation Rising Lion.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cited the need to roll back the Iranian threat to Israel’s survival and prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon in a short period of time. The strikes targeted Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure, resulting in the deaths of several senior Iranian military leaders.

Prior to the strikes, reports indicated that six B-2 stealth bombers were en route to Guam, leading to speculation that Trump had postponed his decision on Iran. However, Chief National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin revealed that this was part of a deception strategy, with additional B-1 bombers likely flying eastward from Whiteman Air Force Base to carry out the strikes.

Following the successful operation, Trump announced plans to address the nation at 10 p.m. ET to provide details on the strikes. He emphasized the historic significance of the military operation and called on Iran to end the conflict. Trump had previously urged Iran to make a deal on its nuclear program before resorting to military action, but Iran’s refusal to return to the negotiating table led to the strikes.

As tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East, the Trump administration’s decisive action against Iran has sparked debate and discussion on the implications for regional stability. The aftermath of the strikes and Iran’s response will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences for the region and international relations. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.