In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, President Trump announced that the United States had conducted strikes on three key Iranian nuclear facilities. The strikes came as part of a broader military campaign involving Israel, targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Trump declared that the strikes had effectively destroyed the facilities, asserting that “Iran, the bully of the Middle East, must now make peace” and warning of further action if necessary.
The airstrikes have sparked a wave of reactions from around the world. The Arab League has condemned the Israeli air raids on Iran and called for an immediate halt to the military escalation, emphasizing the need for de-escalation in the region. Russia has also weighed in on the situation, condemning Israel’s aggression and reaffirming Iran’s right to self-defense under international law.
The strikes mark a significant departure from previous U.S. policy, with Trump breaking with two decades of tradition by approving Israel’s ambition to target Iran’s nuclear facilities. The move has raised concerns about the potential for further escalation and the impact on regional stability. The situation remains fluid, with many details about the strikes and their aftermath still unclear.
The U.S. and Israel’s actions have drawn both support and criticism, with Trump supporters hailing the strikes as a necessary response to Iran’s aggression, while others express concern about the potential consequences of the military action. The decision to target Iran’s nuclear facilities has raised questions about the broader implications for the region and the prospects for future conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Iran will respond to the strikes and whether further military action will be taken by the U.S. and its allies. The international community is closely monitoring the developments in the Middle East and working to prevent a further escalation of hostilities.
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References:
– NBC News: [Watch President Trump’s Full Speech After U.S. Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites](https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/watch-president-trump-s-full-speech-after-u-s-strikes-nuclear-sites-in-iran-242042949516)
– France 24: [Trump says Iran nuclear sites ‘obliterated,’ threatens more strikes](https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20250622-israel-iran-war-day-10-us-has-struck-three-iranian-nuclear-sites-usa-bombing)
– The Washington Post: [Israel-Iran Live Updates: Trump Says Key Iranian Nuclear Facilities ‘Totally Obliterated’ in U.S. Strikes](https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/06/21/israel-iran-live-updates-us-trump/)
– Eastern Herald: [Russia Condemns Israeli Attacks Amid Escalating Israel–Iran War](https://easternherald.com/2025/06/21/russia-condemns-israel-iran-attacks/)
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