In a late-night social media bombshell, Donald Trump revealed U.S. forces had conducted a major military operation against Iran’s nuclear program, striking three key facilities. The former president’s Truth Social post described hits on the Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan sites as “very successful,” with all participating aircraft safely returning from the mission.
The announcement capped weeks of escalating tensions in the region. Israel’s June 13 strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities had prompted a massive but largely ineffective retaliatory missile barrage. Trump’s decision to authorize direct U.S. military action represents a significant escalation, marking the first time American forces have openly targeted Iran’s nuclear infrastructure rather than relying on covert operations or sanctions.
Details emerging about the operation suggest a carefully calculated strike. The inclusion of Fordow – a deeply buried enrichment site – indicates the use of specialized bunker-buster munitions, likely delivered by stealth aircraft. Military experts note that few nations possess both the intelligence and technical capability to execute such a precise attack against hardened underground targets.
Global reactions reflected the operation’s gravity. Iranian leaders vowed harsh retaliation, while European allies expressed concern about spiraling conflict. At home, responses split predictably along partisan lines, with Trump supporters cheering decisive action and critics warning of potential quagmire. As markets opened, spiking oil prices offered the first tangible consequence for ordinary Americans, raising fears of broader economic impacts from the escalating crisis.
