🇺🇸 United States: Timeline & Current Situation
- Timeline of the Airstrikes
June 21–22, 2025: US Hits Iran Nuclear Facilities With Bunker-Buster Bombs targeting Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities. Twelve Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bombs were dropped by B‑2 stealth bombers on Fordow and Natanz, while about 30 Tomahawk cruise missiles hit Natanz and the Isfahan site .
- Approximately 2:30 a.m. local time (UTC+3:30) the strikes occurred .
On June 21 at 10 p.m. EDT, President Trump addressed the nation, calling it a “very successful attack” and warning Iran that any retaliation “will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight” .
- Domestic U.S. Response
The administration hailed the strikes as a “spectacular military success,” achieving complete obliteration of key enrichment sites .
Security alerts were issued in major U.S. cities such as New York and Washington, D.C., including increased patrols around cultural and diplomatic institutions .
The strikes deepened congressional divisions: many Republicans—including Senators Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton—endorsed Trump’s action, calling it necessary to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon .
Conversely, Democrats such as Rep. Jim Himes and Hakeem Jeffries criticized the strikes as unconstitutional and warned of entanglement in another Middle East war .
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🇮🇷 Iran: Reaction & Present Situation
- Official Denunciations
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization denounced the strikes as acts of “lawlessness” and pledged to continue its nuclear program .
The Foreign Ministry, led by Abbas Araqchi, accused the U.S. of “very, very dangerous” action that could derail diplomacy, and warned Iran would retaliate if provoked .
- Leadership Statements
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei deemed the strikes a “crime” and promised harsh repercussions, calling them unacceptable under international law .
FM Araqchi, speaking on June 21, said the U.S. had used nuclear diplomacy as a cover for military aggression and stated Iran will rebuild any damaged facilities .
- Military Posture & Regional Fallout
Iran made clear it does not seek wider war, but affirmed its right to self-defense—including against the U.S.—and has prepared for possible retaliation .
Regional allies, including Houthi forces in Yemen and Iraqi militias, have threatened to escalate against U.S. interests in retaliation .
Though the strikes triggered a delay in Iran‑Europe nuclear talks that began on June 20, Tehran emphasized that diplomacy would resume only under respectful conditions, not coercion .
🌍 US Hits Iran Nuclear Facilities With Bunker-Buster Bombs: Global Reaction
Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu described the U.S. action as a “historic turning point” and endorsed it as essential to peace in the Middle East .
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a warning that the strikes represented a “dangerous escalation” and stressed an urgent need for diplomatic engagement .
Countries like New Zealand, Mexico, Cuba, and Venezuela have formally condemned the strikes and reiterated calls for de-escalation through diplomacy .
🔎 Current Outlook
Further U.S. actions President Trump has pledged readiness for additional strikes if Iran retaliates, though no new operations are currently underway .
Iranian response Leadership is unified in condemning the attack and emphasizing their right to self-defense; military and proxy groups are on alert .
Diplomatic environment Nuclear talks with Europe have been stalled; international pressure for diplomacy continues amid escalating tensions .
Regional landscape Israel and Iranian proxies remain on high alert; U.S. military assets (tankers, warships) have been repositioned to deter escalation .
✅ Summary
The U.S. executed a significant, high-precision strike on June 21–22 that wiped out three major Iranian nuclear sites.
President Trump justified the strikes as defensive and warned of fiercer retaliation if Iran responds.
Iran officially condemned the attack, reaffirming its nuclear program and signaling intent to defend itself.
International voices range from support (e.g., Israel, U.S. Republicans) to strong condemnation (UN, several countries).
Diplomatic efforts have paused, but global leaders call for negotiations to prevent full-scale conflict.
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