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The president Donald Trump stated this Saturday that the United States carried out a successful bombing against three nuclear facilities in Iran. The Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the message, amplifying its impact amid rising international tensions.
“We completed our successful attack”, Trump stated in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, identifying the facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan as the most sensitive points of the Iranian nuclear program.
According to his words, a "full load of bombs" was dropped on Fordow, and all aircraft are said to have safely returned to U.S. territory.
Despite the aggressive nature of the announcement, Trump concluded his statement with a puzzling phrase: “Now is the time for peace”. A statement that, far from calming, has sowed uncertainty about the true intentions behind the attack and the current state of relations between the U.S. and Iran.
The White House also confirmed the attack by sharing the president's announcement. An official response from the Iranian government has not yet been registered, although one is expected to follow shortly given the magnitude of the incident.
Hours earlier, the Republican president had posted a threatening message: “There has already been great death and destruction... there is still time to end this massacre”, he wrote on his official account, accusing Iran of rejecting a nuclear deal and warning that the upcoming attacks would be “more brutal.”
“Iran must surrender before there is nothing left”, he said.
The tone of Trump was direct and devastating. In his post prior to the attack, he asserted that Iranian leaders “are dead now” and that the U.S. and Israel are “prepared for something worse”. He claimed that Iran still has an exit, but time is running out: “Just do it, before it’s too late”.
Frequently Asked Questions about the U.S. Attack on Nuclear Facilities in Iran
Which nuclear facilities in Iran were attacked by the United States?
The facilities that were attacked were Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. These are some of the most sensitive points of the Iranian nuclear program. The attack was confirmed by President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
What motivated the United States to carry out this attack against Iran?
The attack was motivated by Iran's failure to reach a nuclear agreement. Trump warned that Iran must surrender before there is nothing left and that the next attacks could be more brutal. He also mentioned that Israel and the United States are prepared for something worse if Iran does not yield.
How has Iran reacted to the United States' attack?
Iran has promised a severe retaliation. The Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, assured that the nation will not surrender and warned that any military intervention by the United States will carry irreparable consequences. Tehran has intensified its attacks against Israel in response to the aggressions.
What has been the international response to the United States' attack on Iran?
The international community has reacted with concern. Russia, China, and other countries have called for restraint, while oil prices surged by more than 13% amid fears of a supply disruption in the region. The UN has called for an immediate de-escalation of the conflict.
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