U.S. Military Strikes Iran Nuclear Facilities, Trump Declares Success

⁢ ​ Updated June 22, 2025

WASHINGTON – The U.S. military executed precision strikes against key Iranian nuclear facilities, including​ Fordo, Natanz, and Esfahan, according to President Donald Trump. The goal of the operation was to dismantle Iran’s nuclear enrichment capacity ⁣and halt what he described as the nuclear threat posed by the world’s leading state sponsor of terror.

Trump addressed the⁢ nation, stating⁣ the strikes⁤ achieved “spectacular military success,” completely⁢ obliterating Iran’s⁤ key nuclear enrichment facilities. He​ urged Iran, which he ‍called the “bully of the Middle East,” to pursue peace,⁣ warning of greater attacks if ⁤it does not.

The president accused Iran of chanting “Death to America, death to Israel” for 40 years, citing the deaths‌ of U.S. personnel ‌from roadside bombs and ⁢the⁢ actions of Gen. Qassim Soleimani. He thanked Israeli​ Prime⁤ Minister Benjamin ​Netanyahu and the Israeli military for their collaboration.

Trump also lauded the U.S. military personnel involved in the operation and congratulated Gen. ⁢Dan ‘razin’ ⁤Caine, ⁣chairman of⁤ the Joint Chiefs of staff, and secretary of Defense ⁢Pete Hegseth. He expressed hope that military action would no longer be necessary.

‍ “Tonight, I‌ can‍ report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military⁤ success.‍ Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally ​obliterated,” Trump said.
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Trump cautioned that if peace is not achieved quickly, the U.S. is prepared to strike ⁣other targets with precision. He noted that Secretary of Defense Hegseth and Gen. Caine would hold a press‌ conference at the Pentagon at 8‌ a.m. Monday.

what’s next

The international community awaits Iran’s response and the ⁣potential for further military action or diplomatic negotiations. The press conference by ⁤Secretary‍ Hegseth ‍and Gen. Caine is expected to provide more details on the operation and​ the U.S.’s future strategy.