President Trump has ordered the strike on Iranian nuclear sites, marking a significant escalation in Middle East tensions. The highly classified operation, dubbed Operation Rising Lion by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, targeted three deeply fortified nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. This bold military move marks a seismic shift in U.S. involvement in Middle Eastern geopolitics.
High-Stakes Targets and Advanced Weapons
The main strike hit Fordow, Iran’s most protected nuclear site, built deep beneath a mountain outside Tehran. U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers unleashed six gigantic 30,000‑lb bunker-buster bombs designed to penetrate layers of rock. Simultaneously, cruise missiles launched from submarines targeted Natanz and Isfahan, temporarily halting uranium enrichment efforts.
Trump’s Strategy: Peace—or Escalation
Trump hailed the operation in a Truth Social post as a “spectacular military success,” declaring, “All planes are safely on their way home,” and warning Iran: “Now is the time for peace”. Yet mixed reactions followed: Israel-backed the move, calling it “historic,” while U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warned it could trigger a wider conflict .
Mixed Domestic and Global Reactions
U.S. politicians are split. Many Republicans praised Trump’s assertive strike, while Democrats and constitutional experts questioned whether it violated Congress’s war authority. Globally, Russia called for calm, and analysts flagged the risk of Iran turning to proxy attacks—especially targeting U.S. bases in the region.
What Comes Next?
Iran claims some facilities were evacuated before the strike and contends only “parts” were hit. Still, fears of retaliation are widespread. U.S. forces in the Middle East have been put on alert. Officials warn that Iran could respond through missile volleys or regional militias. The next few days will determine whether this marks a decisive end to Iran’s nuclear pursuits—or the spark of a broader conflict.
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