US Strikes Iran: Fordo Nuclear Site ‘Gone' in Conflict Escalation
President Donald Trump announced that US forces successfully bombed three Iranian nuclear sites, declaring 'Fordo is gone'. He emphasized that Fordo, the crown jewel of Tehran's nuclear program, is no longer operational.
After days of deliberation, Trump's decision to join Israel's military campaign against Iran marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Consequently, 'All planes are safely on their way home,' Trump said in a post on Truth Social, congratulating 'our great American Warriors.'
'A full payload of bombs was dropped on the primary site, Fordo,' he said. 'Fordo is gone.' Additionally, he further demanded, 'IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR.' Meanwhile, the Republican president announced he will deliver a televised Oval Office address at 10 p.m. EST (0300 GMT). Details of the Strikes
In detail, US B-2 bombers participated in the strikes, a US official told Reuters on condition of anonymity. Earlier on Saturday, Reuters reported about the movement of the bombers, which can carry massive bombs necessary to strike Fordo, buried under a mountain.
Israel's public broadcaster Kan cited an Israeli official stating the country was 'in full coordination' with Washington regarding the US attack. The strikes occurred amid over a week of aerial combat between Israel and Iran, resulting in deaths and injuries in both countries.
International Response and Diplomatic Efforts
Israel launched the attacks on Iran to eliminate the possibility of Tehran developing nuclear weapons. However, Iran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes only, with diplomatic efforts by Western nations to halt the hostilities have proven unsuccessful.
Recently, Democratic lawmakers and some Republicans argued that Trump must seek permission from the US Congress before committing the US military to combat against Iran. Israeli military officials reported on Saturday that they had completed another series of strikes in southwestern Iran, targeting dozens of military sites.
Israel initiated attacks on 13 June, claiming Iran was on the verge of developing nuclear weapons. Israel is widely believed to possess nuclear weapons, though it neither confirms nor denies this. Casualties and Impact
At least 430 people have been killed and 3,500 injured in Iran since Israel began its attacks, according to Iranian state-run Nour News, citing the health ministry. Israeli local authorities reported the killing of 24 civilians by Iranian missile attacks, marking the worst conflict between the longtime enemies.
Over 450 Iranian missiles have been fired towards Israel, according to the Israeli prime minister's office. Israeli officials reported that 1,272 people have been injured since the beginning of the hostilities, with 14 in serious condition.
This growing conflict marks the most severe confrontation between Iran and Israel in years, raising regional instability.
Short link :
Post Views: 8
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Leaders
an hour ago
- Leaders
Iranian Parliament Approves Closure of Strait of Hormuz after US Strikes
The Iranian Parliament approved on Sunday the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the US attacks that targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, according to Gulf News. Final Decision The measure was submitted to Iran's Supreme National Security Council to make the final decision, Iran's Press TV said on Sunday. 'The parliament has voted overwhelmingly in favor of authorizing the closure of the Strait,' state news agencies reported. Revolutionary Guards Commander Esmail Kosari told the Young Journalist Club that closing the Strait of Hormuz, a significant maritime corridor for global oil shipments, is on the agenda and 'will be done whenever necessary.' US Attacks on Iran The step comes less than 24 hours after the US airstrikes targeted Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. 'The United States showed that they have no respect to United Nations Charter. They have no respect to international law. They crossed a very big red line by attacking nuclear facilities,' Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Moreover, Araghchi accused Trump of not only betraying Iran by abusing its commitment to diplomacy but also deceiving his own voters by implementing to the wishes of a war criminal. 'He has betrayed not only Iran by abusing our commitment to diplomacy but also deceived his own voters by submitting to the wishes of a wanted war criminal who has grown accustomed to exploiting the lives and wealth of American citizens to further the Israeli regime's objectives,' he added. Israel-Iran War On June 13, Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Iran under the name of Operation Rising Lion. The military campaign targeted Iran's nuclear facilities and killed top military commanders and nuclear scientists. As a response, Iran launched a retaliatory wave of missiles against Israel and targeted Tel Aviv. Israel also killed three more Iranian nuclear scientists, bringing the total number of scientists slain to nine, Gulf News reported. Currently, both countries are trading missiles and attacks amid intensifying efforts to halt the conflict. Related Topics: Iranian FM Heads to Moscow for Urgent Talks with Putin What We Know About the Iranian Nuclear Facilities Targeted in US Strikes Iranian FM to Attend Arab League, OIC Meetings in Istanbul Short link : Post Views: 20
Leaders
an hour ago
- Leaders
Iranian FM Heads to Moscow for Urgent Talks with Putin
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to head to Russia today for urgent talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin after the US strikes, according to Sky News. Urgent Talks with Russia Araghchi announced that he will meet Putin and have 'serious consultations' in Moscow after the US launched airstrikes against significant Iranian nuclear sites. 'We always consult with each other and coordinate our positions,' Araghchi said. US Strikes on Iran Speaking after the OIC's Summit in Istanbul, the Iranian Foreign Minister condemned US attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities and labeled it as 'a violation of humanitarian law.' 'The United States showed that they have no respect to United Nations Charter. They have no respect to international law. They crossed a very big red line by attacking nuclear facilities,' he added. Betrayal Accusation Moreover, Araghchi accused Trump of not only betraying Iran by abusing its commitment to diplomacy but also deceiving his own voters by implementing to the wishes of a war criminal. 'He has betrayed not only Iran by abusing our commitment to diplomacy but also deceived his own voters by submitting to the wishes of a wanted war criminal who has grown accustomed to exploiting the lives and wealth of American citizens to further the Israeli regime's objectives,' he added. Netanyahu Drags Trump into War Araghchi added that Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu 'dragged Trump into war with Iran.' The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the US cannot escape the consequences of its airstrikes against Iran. IRGC also said that Iran would not fear Israel or the US, calling them 'criminal gangs ruling the White House and Tel Aviv'. A Call for Interational Condemnation On his part, Araghchi also underscored that Tehran did not commit any mistakes, and it is difficult to understand 'why we were attacked based on a false claim.' He also stressed that the international community must condemn the US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. Israel-Iran War On June 13, Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Iran under the name of Operation Rising Lion. The military campaign targeted Iran's nuclear facilities and killed top military commanders and nuclear scientists. As a response, Iran launched a retaliatory wave of missiles against Israel and targeted Tel Aviv. Israel also killed three more Iranian nuclear scientists, bringing the total number of scientists slain to nine, Gulf News reported. Currently, both countries are trading missiles and attacks amid intensifying efforts to halt the conflict. Related Topics: Saudi Arabia Expresses Deep Concern over US Strikes on Iran US Strikes Iran: Fordo Nuclear Site 'Gone' in Conflict Escalation Netanyahu Uses Iran Conflict to Stay in Office Forever: Former US President Clinton Short link : Post Views: 27
Al Arabiya
an hour ago
- Al Arabiya
US orders more diplomatic staff to leave Iraq, Lebanon amid Iran tensions
The United States has ordered additional staff from its diplomatic missions in Iraq and Lebanon to leave the countries, as Washington carried out strikes Sunday on Iranian nuclear facilities. More diplomatic personnel departed Iraq on Saturday and Sunday as part of ongoing efforts to reduce embassy staffing due to 'regional tensions,' a US official told AFP, after an earlier drawdown. In Lebanon, the US embassy said that the State Department ordered Sunday the departure of family members and non-emergency US government personnel. The US official said the reduction was 'part of our ongoing effort to streamline operations, additional personnel departed Iraq on June 21 and 22.' The departures from Iraq were a continuation of a process that started last week 'out of an abundance of caution and due to heightened regional tensions,' he added. The embassy and the consulate remain operational. Earlier on Sunday, Washington joined Israel's war with Tehran as President Donald Trump announced US strikes on Iran's main nuclear sites. Iran had threatened to target US military bases in the region if conflict broke out. Fears are growing in Iraq over a possible intervention by Iran-backed armed factions, who have threatened Washington's interests in the region if it were to join Israel in its war against Iran. Iraq, which has for years been navigating a delicate balancing act between its allies, Tehran and Washington, has long been a fertile ground for proxy battles. On Sunday, the Iraqi government warned 'its deep concern and strong condemnation of the targeting of nuclear facilities' in Iran, spokesperson Basim Alawadi said. 'This military escalation constitutes a grave threat to peace and security in the Middle East and poses serious risks to regional stability,' he added. Alawadi warned that 'the continuation of such attacks risks dangerous escalation with consequences that extend beyond the borders of any single state.' In Lebanon, a statement on the US embassy website said that 'on June 22, 2025, the US Department of State ordered the departure of family members and non-emergency US government personnel from Lebanon due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation in the region.' Washington has a 'do not travel' advisory in place for Lebanon, where Tehran-backed Hezbollah suffered heavy blows in its latest confrontation with Israel last year. Hezbollah has not expressed any intention to intervene militarily on Iran's side, but its chief Naim Qassem said last week that the group would 'act as we see fit.'
