Israel-Iran live: Israel attacks Iran's Fordow nuclear site - as Tehran threatens US with 'decisive response' after strikes
The Israeli military has targeted Iran's Fordow nuclear site a day after the US bombed the facility. Iran has vowed revenge against the US, while Donald Trump has hailed the "bullseye" strike. Follow the latest and listen to The World podcast as you scroll.
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