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== Background ==
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Donald Trump has consistently maintained that Iran should not be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons since at least 2011.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trumps-14-year-history-opposing-iranian-nukes-counters-media-spin-hed-allow-them|title=Trump's 14-year history opposing Iranian nukes counters media spin he'd allow them|last=Pinedo|first=Peter|date=June 16, 2025|website=Fox News}}</ref>{{bsn}} This includes times during both his terms as president, as well as times when he was not serving. Multiple advisors, including [[Steve Bannon]] and [[National Intelligence Director]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]] warned against war with Iran and have claimed Iran is not considered to be building a nuclear weapon by the intelligence community.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Another Iraq? Military Expert Warns U.S. Has No Real Plan If It joins Israel’s War on Iran |url=https://www.democracynow.org/2025/6/20/william_hartung |access-date=June 22, 2025 |website=Democracy Now! |language=en|date=June 20, 2025}}</ref> [[William D. Hartung]] warned of the trend in Washington of pledging to back up Israel's military actions, regardless of escalations, after a [[Iran–Israel war|surprise attack from Israel on Iran on June 12, 2025]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hartung |first=William |date=June 16, 2025 |title=Don’t Get Dragged Into a War with Iran |url=https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/dont-get-dragged-into-a-war-with-iran |access-date=June 22, 2025 |website=National Interest}}</ref>
Donald Trump has consistently maintained that Iran should not be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons since at least 2011.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trumps-14-year-history-opposing-iranian-nukes-counters-media-spin-hed-allow-them|title=Trump's 14-year history opposing Iranian nukes counters media spin he'd allow them|last=Pinedo|first=Peter|date=June 16, 2025|website=Fox News}}</ref>{{bsn}} This includes times during both his terms as president, as well as times when he was not serving. Multiple advisors, including [[Steve Bannon]] and [[National Intelligence Director]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]] warned against war with Iran and have claimed Iran is not considered to be building a nuclear weapon by the intelligence community.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Another Iraq? Military Expert Warns U.S. Has No Real Plan If It joins Israel’s War on Iran |url=https://www.democracynow.org/2025/6/20/william_hartung |access-date=June 22, 2025 |website=Democracy Now! |language=en|date=June 20, 2025}}</ref> [[William D. Hartung]] warned of the trend in Washington of pledging to back up Israel's military actions, regardless of escalations, after a [[Iran–Israel war|surprise attack from Israel on Iran on June 12, 2025]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hartung |first=William |date=June 16, 2025 |title=Don’t Get Dragged Into a War with Iran |url=https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/dont-get-dragged-into-a-war-with-iran |access-date=June 22, 2025 |website=National Interest}}</ref>


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On June 22, 2025,[note 1] United States president Donald Trump announced that the United States Air Force and Navy attacked multiple nuclear sites in Iran, including the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant, Natanz Nuclear Facility, and an unspecified site in Isfahan, using over a dozen 30,000-pound GBU-57A/B MOP bombs carried by Northrop B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, as well as Tomahawks fired from submarines.[1][2] These nuclear facilities are some of Iran's most significant uranium enrichment centers.[2][1] The ongoing Iran–Israel war since June 13 has seen extensive fighting between Iran and Israel.[3]

Background

America's primary goal with Iran must be to destroy its nuclear ambitions. Let me put this as plainly as I know how: Iran's nuclear program must be stopped—by any and all means necessary. Period. We cannot allow this radical regime to acquire a nuclear weapon that they will either use or hand off to terrorists. Better now than later!

Donald Trump has consistently maintained that Iran should not be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons since at least 2011.[5][better source needed] This includes times during both his terms as president, as well as times when he was not serving. Multiple advisors, including Steve Bannon and National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard warned against war with Iran and have claimed Iran is not considered to be building a nuclear weapon by the intelligence community.[6] William D. Hartung warned of the trend in Washington of pledging to back up Israel's military actions, regardless of escalations, after a surprise attack from Israel on Iran on June 12, 2025.[7]

Some supporters of Trump in the United States have criticized Trump's support for Israeli strikes against Iran,[8] and the possible involvement of the United States in the war.[9] A June 2025 poll of Trump voters, found 53% said the U.S. should not get involved in the Iran–Israel conflict.[10]

In the weeks leading up to June 22, the U.S. evacuated its citizens, issued travel warnings, and withdrew non-essential personnel from its embassies.[11] On June 17, Trump called on Iran to unconditionally surrender. U.S. secretary of state Marco Rubio told U.S. allies over recent days that Washington would prefer to see a diplomatic solution,[12] and Trump had sent U.S. officials to Tehran in support of a nuclear deal.[13] On June 19, Trump issued a statement via White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, saying, "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."[6] In the previous hours, the United States deployed B-2 stealth bombers to Guam.[14] U.S. bases in West Asia entered a state of highest alert and improved air defense, as Iran threatened to strike any country assisting Israel. The Houthis also declared their readiness to fight.[15] In response, the United States warned of a devastating retaliation should American interests be threatened.[16]

ABC News reported that the American and Israeli militaries had conducted a practice run of this attack during a training exercise in mid-2024.[17] Axios reported that the top Democrats on the Senate and House Intelligence panels were not given advance notice of the attack, while the top Republicans were.[18]

Strikes

President Trump and Vice President Vance in the Situation Room on June 21 during the strikes
President Trump delivers his announcement.

On June 22, the United States Air Force and Navy attacked three Iranian nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.[19] Six Northrop B-2 Spirit bombers, which flew non-stop from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, dropped 12 GBU-57A/B MOP bombs on the Fordow facility, and Natanz was also hit by two MOPs; submarines fired 30 Tomahawk missiles at Natanz and Isfahan.[1][20][17] The "bunker buster" MOP bombs had never been used in combat before.[1]

Three Iranian officials stated that they "believed" Natanz and Fordow were hit at around 2:30 a.m. local time (23:00 the previous day UTC).[1] Trump claimed that "Fordow is gone."[21]

Following the strikes, Trump wrote:[22]

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. 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.

Trump gave a short televised address at 10 p.m. EDT on June 21, in which he claimed that Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities had been "completely and totally obliterated".[22]

Iran's state media agency, IRNA, quoting an Iranian official, reported that there was no radioactive material at the three sites which were targeted.[23] Morteza Heidari, spokesperson for the Emergency Committee of the City of Qom, said that enemy forces had bombed "parts of the Fordo nuclear facility."[1] Iranian officials have said that there is no danger to the residents living near the nuclear facilities that were hit by the U.S. strikes, according to Iranian state media. Quoting the Crisis Management Headquarters in the province of Qom, where the Fordow facility is located, IRNA stated that "there is no danger to the people of Qom and the surrounding area”.[24]

The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran has called the US attacks as "a barbaric act that violated international law, especially the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty". Atomic Energy Organization of Iran has stated that the radiation system data and field surveys do not show any signs of contamination or dangers to the residents near the sites of Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz. “Announcement from the Nuclear Safety System Center. Following the illegal US attack on the Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites, field surveys and radiation systems data showed: No contamination recorded,” in accordance of what organisation said in a social media post.[24][25] "At dawn, the country's nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were attacked by the enemies of Islamic Iran, in such a brutal act that contradicts international law."[26]

Reactions

President Donald Trump initially called the strikes "very successful."[2] During his statement, about four minutes long,[1] he further called them a "spectacular military success", confirmed the earlier reporting, and warned of more attacks if Iran did not seek peace.[27] He also said there would be a further news conference on the morning of June 22.[1]

Immediately after the statement, Trump posted on Truth Social saying that:[28]

ANY RETALIATION BY IRAN AGAINST THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WILL BE MET WITH FORCE FAR GREATER THAN WHAT WAS WITNESSED TONIGHT.

The Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department and the New York Police Department increased security around religious institutions following the strikes.[1] Israel closed its airspace.[17]

The New York Times described the strikes as the U.S. entering war with Iran.[1]

The Atomic Energy Commission of Iran issued a statement stating that its three nuclear sites "were attacked in a violent act against international laws, including the Non-Proliferation Treaty, by the enemies of Islamic Iran" and that it planned to both seek justice in international court and continue its nuclear program.[29]

United States

Support

Republican senator of South Carolina, Lindsey Graham, praised the strikes, stating that it was "the right call" and that "the regime deserves it."[1] Republican senator Tim Sheehy of Montana said it was the "right decision." House speaker Mike Johnson (LA-4) released a statement, saying: "The President's decisive action prevents the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism, which chants 'Death to America,' from obtaining the most lethal weapon on the planet." Republican senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas tweeted that "President Trump made the right call and the ayatollahs should recall his warning not to target Americans." Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky said the strikes were a "prudent response to the warmongers in Tehran".[1] Republican representative Dan Crenshaw (TX-2) tweeted, "Trust President Trump. This is how peace through strength is done."[30] Senate Majority Leader John Thune tweeted, "As we take action tonight to ensure a nuclear weapon remains out of reach for Iran, I stand with President Trump."[31] Senator Ted Cruz of Texas said in a statement: "Tonight's actions have gone far in foreclosing that possibility, and countering the apocalyptic threat posed by an Iranian nuclear arsenal."[32] Chair of the House Intelligence Committee Rick Crawford (AR-1) praised President Trump and stated: "I have been in touch with the White House before this action and will continue to track developments closely with them in the coming days."[32]

Democratic senator of Pennsylvania, John Fetterman was the first Democratic senator to praise the strikes, saying: "As I’ve long maintained, this was the correct move by @POTUS. Iran is the world’s leading sponsor of terrorism and cannot have nuclear capabilities. I’m grateful for and salute the finest military in the world."[33] Fetterman previously stated that he hopes that "the president finally does bomb and destroy the Iranians.”[34]

Democratic representative Tom Suozzi (NY-3) tweeted, "Iran is a terrorist nation, and we must do everything we can to stop it from acquiring a nuclear weapon."[35] Democratic representative Ritchie Torres (NY-15) tweeted, "The decisive destruction of the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant prevents the dangerous spread of nuclear weapons in the world's most combustible region."[36] Democratic representative Don Davis (NC-1) tweeted, "Iran is the world's foremost state sponsor of terrorism and must be prevented from developing nuclear weapons."[37] Democratic representative Greg Landsman (OH-1) tweeted, "the regime has been further weakened - which is good for those who want peace."[38]

Opposition

Democratic representative Jim Himes (CT-4) replied to Trump's post, writing: "According to the Constitution we are both sworn to defend, my attention to this matter comes BEFORE bombs fall. Full stop."[1] Democratic House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-8) said, "President Trump misled the country about his intentions, failed to seek congressional authorization for the use of military force and risks American entanglement in a potentially disastrous war in the Middle East".[1] Republican representative Thomas Massie (KY-4) condemned the strikes as "not constitutional".[19] Representative Diana DeGette (D–CO-1) said Trump's "reckless actions are going to put the lives of American service members and American citizens at risk".[1] Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) said that Trump's actions were "clearly grounds for impeachment".[17] Independent senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont commented at a rally in Tulsa, calling the strikes "alarming" and "grossly unconstitutional". Republican Ohio representative Warren Davidson (OH-8) tweeted, "it's hard to conceive a rationale that's Constitutional".[39]

Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the strikes as a "reckless violation of the UN Charter and international law" and stated that "Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people."[40][41]

International

  •  Australia: The government spokesperson of Australia called for de-escalation while stating that "Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile program has been a threat to international peace and security. We note the US President’s statement that now is the time for peace."[42]
  •  Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Trump, stating that his "bold decision" to target Iran's nuclear facilities with the "righteous and awesome might of the United States" would be a "historic turning point," and said that Trump "has done what no other country on earth could do. History will record that President Trump acted to deny the world’s most dangerous regime the world’s most dangerous weapons."[45][1] Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said Trump had made a "bold decision for the United States, for Israel, for all of humanity."[1] Israeli President Isaac Herzog tweeted, "In the pages of human history, this is a moment when the principles of liberty, responsibility, and security have triumphed." and "Thank you, United States of America."[46]
  •  Mexico: The Secretariat of Foreign Affairs made a post on X calling for urgent diplomatic dialogue between the involved parties and the de-escalation of tensions in the region.[42]
  •  New Zealand: Foreign Minister Winston Peters released a statement describing ongoing military action in the Middle East as "extremely worrying", calling on all parties to return to talks and pursue a diplomatic solution.[42]
  •  Venezuela: Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil condemned the "military aggression against Iran" and demanded an "immediate cessation of hostilities."[44] [43]
  •  United Nations: UN Secretary-General António Guterres described the strikes as "dangerous escalation" and called for diplomacy.[47]

Non-state actors

  •  Hamas: Hamas condemned the strikes as a "blatant aggression."[48]
  •  Hezbollah: A Hezbollah spokesperson indicated that the group will not retaliate after the American strikes, stating "Iran is a strong country capable of defending itself, logic dictates that it can confront America and Israel," and that Hezbollah remains committed to the ceasefire agreement with Israel.[49]
  •  Houthis: The Houthis condemned the strikes as "a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to regional and international security and peace" and said that "Trump must bear the consequences."[50][51]

Analysis

Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, Ray Takeyh, called the strikes "a new phase, and a potentially problematic one," and said that Iran "would have to essentially restore pride in some way," potentially by launching attacks on American military sites or proxies.[1] Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Karim Sadjadpour noted that "This is more likely to open a new chapter of the 46-year-old US-Iran war than conclude it," that most of the retaliatory options available to Iran are the "equivalent of a suicide bombing," and that "this is a traumatic, humiliating event" for the Iranian population, leaving it unclear exactly how Iran will respond.[52]

Director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council, Jonathan Panikoff, warned that Iran might respond disproportionally to restore deterrence, stating "you're looking at a significant escalatory spiral that could get out of hand quickly."[1]

According to The New York Times, the United States may have struck numerous nuclear sites in Iran as it determined that Israeli strikes were unlikely to deal more damage and only managed to set back Iran's nuclear program by about six months.[1]

NBC News correspondent Matt Bradley said on MSNBC that Trump may not expect a large reaction from Iran, given the general lack of response after the assassination of Qasem Soleimani in 2020. Trita Parsi told Nicolle Wallace the event reminded him of George W. Bush's Mission Accomplished speech and may further encourage Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. Richard Engel reported that the Iranians felt "duped".[53][full citation needed]

A CNN analyst noted that the United States may still attack further targets given that there "is a real concern that now the Iranians will retaliate," and suggested that Iran could attack U.S. bases in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain, and potentially close the Strait of Hormuz.[54]

Foundation for Defense of Democracies CEO Mark Dubowitz wrote, "This marks a significant shift for the region, with the primary threat to American and Israeli security significantly degraded."[55] Clifford May wrote, "This was an 'endless war' until President Trump made the decision to end it by defanging Iran’s brutal Islamist rulers."[55]

See also

Notes

  1. ^ The attacks were thought to have occurred at about 2:30 a.m. Iran Standard Time on June 22. This corresponds to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on June 21 (or 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time) in the United States, 23:00 UTC.

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