U.S. Bombs Iran Nuclear Sites, Tehran Warns of 'Everlasting Consequences'

 U.S. Bombs Iran Nuclear Sites, Tehran Warns of 'Everlasting Consequences'

U.S. Bombs Iran Nuclear Sites, Tehran Warns of 'Everlasting Consequences'

As of 01:27 PM PKT on June 22, 2025, the United States has conducted airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear sites—Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan—marking a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. President Donald Trump announced the strikes, claiming they "totally obliterated" Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities, and warned Tehran to seek peace or face further attacks. The operation, coordinated with Israel, utilized B-2 stealth bombers equipped with GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators to target fortified underground sites, particularly Fordo, which is buried 300 feet beneath a mountain.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the strikes as a "grave violation" of international law and the UN Charter, vowing "everlasting consequences" and reserving all options for retaliation. Iran’s state media acknowledges the attacks but reports limited damage, with no radiation increase detected by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The strikes follow eight days of Israeli assaults, which Iran has countered with missile and drone attacks, killing hundreds on both sides.

The U.S. move has sparked global concern, with UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling it a "dangerous escalation." Iran’s response remains uncertain, with potential retaliation ranging from missile strikes to proxy actions via groups like the Houthis. Economic impacts, including oil price spikes and disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, are already being felt. Public sentiment on X reflects a mix of support for Trump’s action and fears of a wider war, though these views are inconclusive.