U.S. bombs Iranian nuclear sites, warns against retaliation

The United States launched airstrikes on Saturday, June 21, targeting three major Iranian nuclear facilities located in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan.

President Donald Trump confirmed the strikes during a national address that evening. He said the goal of the mission was to destroy Iran’s ability to enrich uranium. According to him, the operation was carefully planned and all American aircraft involved returned safely after delivering heavy bombs on the Fordo site, which is located deep inside a mountain and is strongly protected.

The sites in Natanz and Isfahan were hit with Tomahawk missiles fired from U.S. submarines.

President Trump also issued a warning to Iran, saying, “Any counterattack would be met with even greater power.” He urged Iran to consider a peace deal in its ongoing dispute with Israel.

While saying that more targets could be struck within minutes if needed, Trump made it clear that the U.S. is not seeking regime change in Iran.

Reports revealed that B-2 bombers dropped special “bunker-buster” bombs on the underground facility in Fordo, while Natanz and Isfahan were attacked with other types of missiles. Fordo is known to store enriched uranium and is considered a central part of Iran’s nuclear efforts.

Although Iran had warned it would respond if the U.S. got involved in the Israeli conflict, it is still unclear how Iran will react.

Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization confirmed that the sites were hit and said it would continue its nuclear work. Iranian officials accused the U.S. of breaking international law and urged the global community to speak out against the attack.

In the U.S., security agencies are now on high alert, preparing for possible Iranian retaliation, which could come as cyberattacks or other threats. Intelligence officials say it’s hard to predict what Iran will do next, but they believe the situation is more tense now than it has been in years.

Some U.S. allies in the region were reportedly not told about the attack in advance and only found out after the operation began. However, Israeli officials were informed beforehand and voiced support for the American military action.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the country would do whatever is needed to defend itself, pointing to its rights under the United Nations Charter.

The world is now watching closely to see what both countries do next, as there are growing concerns that the situation could lead to a broader conflict.