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Trump Stands by U.S. Strikes on Iran as Global Tensions Surge
June 25, 2025 — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has defended a high-profile American missile strike that targeted three of Iran’s major nuclear installations, igniting a sharp international reaction and fears of a spiraling regional crisis.
The airstrikes—aimed at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—were launched in the early hours and marked a dramatic escalation in the ongoing tensions between Iran and Western allies, particularly the United States and Israel.
Trump: “Mission Accomplished, Peace Must Follow”
Breaking the news via Truth Social, Trump wrote:
“We’ve completed a precision operation against three key nuclear sites in Iran. All American aircraft have safely exited Iranian airspace after delivering a full payload to Fordow. No other military could have carried this out. Now is the time for peace.”
In a follow-up interview, the former president delivered a pointed warning to Tehran:
“Iran now has a choice: de-escalate and return to the table—or face continued consequences.”
Tehran Outraged: “A Breach of International Norms”
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi slammed the U.S. action as a flagrant breach of international law, branding it “reckless and illegal.” In a social media post, he accused Washington of violating:
- The U.N. Charter
- The Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
- And the principles of national sovereignty
“This attack on peaceful nuclear infrastructure is an act of aggression. Iran reserves its full right to respond under international law,” Araghchi stated.
Tehran has vowed a “measured but firm” response, with Iranian state media accusing the U.S. of pushing the region toward open conflict.
The Attack: Details and Implications
According to defense sources, the U.S. employed bunker-buster bombs and launched approximately 30 Tomahawk missiles from naval submarines. The strike was reportedly calibrated to damage uranium enrichment capabilities while minimizing civilian casualties.
Global Reaction: UK Voices Support, Urges Restraint
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer offered cautious support for the strike, citing Iran’s buried and fortified nuclear infrastructure as a legitimate threat to global security.
“The world cannot allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons,” Starmer said in a June 22 briefing. “This action by the United States reflects the severity of that threat. Nonetheless, diplomacy must now take precedence to prevent further escalation.”
Meanwhile, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was more direct, stating:
“The U.S. had no choice. The survival of Israel and regional stability are on the line.”
UK Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds acknowledged that London was not involved in the attack but noted that intelligence agencies had been aware of potential U.S. action for weeks.
“Iran had multiple opportunities to return to talks. It chose a confrontational path,” he said in a Sky News interview.
A Growing Crisis
The missile strike follows months of deteriorating relations between Iran and Israel. With Iranian proxy groups active in Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq, analysts warn that this could spark broader unrest involving non-state actors and regional militaries.
Adding to concerns, Iran’s missile capabilities and cyberwarfare assets remain intact, and retaliation—whether direct or through proxy forces—is widely anticipated.
Conclusion: Flashpoint or Turning Point?
The Pentagon’s high-stakes operation against Iran’s nuclear program has triggered swift condemnation from Tehran and concern across global capitals. Supporters argue the strike sends a clear message against nuclear proliferation; critics fear it undermines decades of diplomatic efforts and risks igniting a wider war.
With Iran vowing a response and Israel already on high alert, the next few days could prove decisive. What’s at stake is not just the future of Iran’s nuclear ambitions, but the balance of power in the Middle East—and the fragile peace that holds it together.