US BOMBS IRAN

On June 22, 2025, the United States launched a series of powerful airstrikes against key Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a dramatic escalation in the already tense Middle East conflict. The bombing campaign, personally confirmed by former U.S. President Donald Trump in a Truth Social post, targeted underground nuclear enrichment sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. These facilities, widely considered the core of Iran’s nuclear program, were hit with precision munitions—including 30,000-pound bunker busters delivered by B-2 stealth bombers and Tomahawk cruise missiles launched from submarines in the Persian Gulf. According to Trump, all U.S. forces returned safely, and the Fordow site was “completely neutralized.” The airstrikes represent the first direct U.S. military action in the ongoing Iran-Israel hostilities, which have been unfolding since early June, raising concerns that the conflict may spiral into a full-scale regional war.

The Trump-led operation bypassed congressional authorization, sparking fierce debate in Washington. While Republican allies praised the show of strength and determination, Democratic lawmakers and some libertarian conservatives condemned the move as unconstitutional and reckless. Critics warned that the airstrikes could trigger severe retaliation from Iran, possibly dragging the U.S. into another prolonged conflict in the Middle East. Representative Ro Khanna and others demanded that Congress enforce the War Powers Act, emphasizing the need for legislative oversight in military operations. Despite the controversy, the strikes received quiet approval from Israel, which has been lobbying for increased Western intervention following months of Iranian drone and missile attacks on Israeli cities and military bases.

International reactions were swift and divided. Nations like Russia and China condemned the bombings as violations of international law, urging de-escalation and diplomatic resolution. The European Union expressed alarm over the risks of targeting nuclear facilities, citing potential humanitarian and environmental disasters. Meanwhile, UN officials emphasized the danger of expanding warfare across national borders, especially involving countries with advanced weapons programs. Though Iran's state media acknowledged the attack, no official casualty figures have been released. Authorities in Tehran stated that while there was structural damage, radiation leaks had not been detected. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei vowed retaliation, and military officials warned that the Islamic Republic would respond at a time and place of its choosing.

As the dust settles, the world watches anxiously. The U.S. bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites has not only heightened tensions in a volatile region but also posed fundamental questions about American foreign policy, presidential war powers, and the fragile balance of global diplomacy. Analysts suggest that if Iran retaliates forcefully, the U.S. might find itself drawn deeper into another Middle Eastern conflict, one with far-reaching consequences. Whether this airstrike marks the beginning of a larger confrontation or a calculated deterrent remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that the world has entered a dangerous new chapter in U.S.–Iran relations—one that could shape international geopolitics for years to come.