Trump ordered the attack after an international nuclear watchdog reported that Iran was days away from a nuclear weapon

President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran should the nation think about retaliating to the US’ strikes last night.

Trump ordered an attack on Iran’s key nuclear facilities overnight, with the president declaring the mission a ‘success’, something that a top Iranian official has condemned and threatened would lead to ‘everlasting consequences’ for the US.

The POTUS addressed the nation last night to confirm the US had launched an assault on the Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites, after a watchdog stated in a recent report that Iran was close to a breakout with a nuclear-grade weapon.

The Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS), a non-profit organization, issued a report on June 9 stating that Iran’s main nuclear factory, Fordow, could produce weapons-grade uranium (WGU) in just days.

In Trump’s address to his fellow Americans last night, he said: “A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime – Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, everybody heard those names for years as they built this horribly destructive enterprise.”

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi took to Twitter to warn that the US will face ‘everlasting consequences’ after Trump ordered the attack on its nuclear sites.

“The United States, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the NPT by attacking Iran’s peaceful nuclear installations,” his post read.

“The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences. Each and every member of the UN must be alarmed over this extremely dangerous, lawless and criminal behavior.

“In accordance with the UN Charter and its provisions allowing a legitimate response in self-defense, Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people.”

Satellite imagery of the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Facility in Iran, taken yesterday – prior to the US bombing of the site but after numerous Israeli airstrikes (Getty images/Maxar

Just two hours prior to Araghchi’s post, the Republican president issued a scathing message, warning Iran that it would feel ‘force far greater’ than it had in the attacks that were carried out by US stealth bombers.

Taking to Truth Social, he posted: “Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight. Thank you! Donald J. Trump, President of the United States.”

Now, to touch on what the nuclear watchdog had warned.

As mentioned earlier, it stated that Iran’s main nuclear factories, Fordow, could produce weapons-grade uranium (WGU) in just days.

For those unaware, natural uranium contains a percentage of roughly 0.7 percent of the isotope uranium-235, which on its own isn’t usable as fuel for nuclear reactors.

For that, it needs to be enriched to 3.5 percent by removing the isotope uranium-238.

However, Iran has been accused of enriching its mined uranium to 60 percent – which it doesn’t have any purpose enriching to such a high percentage – and storing it in large quantities.

The location of the three key nuclear sites in Iran that the US bombed (Yilmaz Yucel/Anadolu via Getty Images)

The alleged reason for doing so is because it would mean it’s done most of the work needed to get it to weapon-grade uranium (WGU), which is typically deemed at 90 percent.

“Iran could produce its first quantity of 25 kg of WGU in Fordow in as little as two to three days,” the report read.

“Breaking out in both Fordow and the Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant (FEP), the two facilities together could produce enough WGU for 11 nuclear weapons in the first month, enough for 15 nuclear weapons by the end of the second month, 19 by the end of the third month, 21 by the end of the fourth month, and 22 by the end of the fifth month.”Featured Image Credit: Ron Sachs/CNP/Bloomberg via Getty Images

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US bombs three major nuclear sites in Iran as officials warn of ‘everlasting consequences’

Donald Trump addressed the nation after carrying out the ‘successful’ air strikes in Iran

The US has carried out air strikes on three advanced nuclear sites in Iran, as Iranian officials condemn the attack and warn President Donald Trump his actions will have ‘everlasting consequences’.

At 7.50pm (Eastern Time) yesterday evening (June 21), the 79-year-old took to Truth Social to announce that America had completed a ‘very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan’ – which would have been 3.20am today (local time).

In his address to the nation, the Republican explained how the US bombed those three nuclear sites, describing them as part of Iran’s ‘horribly destructive enterprise’.

“Our objective was the destruction of Iran’s nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world’s number one state sponsor of terror. Tonight, I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success,” the POTUS said.

“Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated. Iran, the bully of the Middle East, must now make peace – if they do not, future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.”

However, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the UN’s nuclear watchdog, there has been ‘no increase in off-site radiation levels’ at the sites where the US launched its attacks – suggesting that the strikes didn’t do as much damage as Trump had hoped.

“IAEA will provide further assessments on situation in Iran as more information becomes available,” it said in a statement.

Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, took to Twitter following the attack to condemn the US’ actions while issuing a threat that America will face consequences over the decision to bomb its nuclear sites.

Smoke and flames can be seen at an alleged nuclear site in the mountains of Shiraz, Iran (HIROON/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)

“The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences. Each and every member of the UN must be alarmed over this extremely dangerous, lawless and criminal behavior,” he wrote in part.

It comes as three US stealth bombers were spotted flying out from military bases in the US in the past couple of days, heading towards Diego Garcia, a small island in the Indian Ocean that is used as a military base by the UK and US.

Iran and weapons-grade uranium

Iran has been accused of attempting to develop a nuclear warhead, mining large quantities of uranium before enriching it to 60 percent – with Iran having no purpose to enrich the material to such a high percentage.

For those unaware, natural uranium contains a percentage of roughly 0.7 percent of the isotope uranium-235, which on its own isn’t usable as fuel for nuclear reactors – and needs to be enriched to 3.5 percent by removing the isotope uranium-238.

However, as previously mentioned, Iran has been producing and storing enriched uranium at 60 percent on mass – which would mean it’s done most of the work needed to enrich it to weapon-grade uranium (WGU), which is typically deemed at 90 percent.

Infographic of the US’ bombing of Iran’s key nuclear sites (Murat Usubali/Anadolu via Getty Images)

How close is Iran to a nuclear weapon?

The Institute for Science and International Security, a non-profit watchdog, estimates that it has enough highly enriched uranium that it could create almost a dozen nuclear bombs in a month – if the uranium was enriched to 90 percent.

Its monitoring report issued on June 9 stated that one of Iran’s factories could produce weapons-grade uranium (WGU) in just days.

Chillingly, it read: “Iran could produce its first quantity of 25 kg of WGU in Fordow in as little as two to three days.

“Breaking out in both Fordow and the Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant (FEP), the two facilities together could produce enough WGU for 11 nuclear weapons in the first month, enough for 15 nuclear weapons by the end of the second month, 19 by the end of the third month, 21 by the end of the fourth month, and 22 by the end of the fifth month.”Featured Image Credit: CARLOS BARRIA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Topics: Iran, Donald Trump, Politics, World News

Everything we know following US strikes on three major nuclear sites in Iran as Trump issues warning

Donald Trump launched a military operation on Iran that targeted three nuclear sites

Here’s everything we know after the US bombed three major nuclear sites in Iran overnight, amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

President Donald Trump discussed earlier this week how he would make his mind up within two weeks on whether to bomb Iran, and he finally pulled the plug on Saturday evening (June 21).

Where has the US bombed in Iran?

The US began hit missiles on Fordo, a plant hidden well in a remote mountainside that is said to be crucial to Iran’s nuclear ambitions, according to the BBC.

Nuclear sites at Natanz and Isfahan were also hit by the US, according to Trump.

What has been the impact of the US strikes on Iran?

It remains unclear at this stage the exact damage caused by the US attack, including whether there are any injuries or even deaths.

The US targeted three nuclear sites (Murat Usubali/Anadolu via Getty Images)

However, Trump did describe the operation as a ‘spectacular military success’ and stated Iran’s nuclear facilities had been ‘obliterated’.

There has been no increase in radiation levels after the attack, according to both Saudi Arabia and the UN’s nuclear watchdog the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

What has Trump said about the US strikes on Iran?

With Vice President JD Vance, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio standing alongside him, Trump announced to the world overnight that missiles had been fired at Iran.

The president said: “Our objective was the destruction of Iran’s nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world’s number one state sponsor of terror. Tonight, I can report to the world that the strikes were a spectacular military success.”

Donald Trump described the operation as a ‘spectacular military success’ (Carlos Barria – Pool/Getty Images)

And the president warned future attacks would be ‘far greater’, before adding: “Remember, there are many targets left.”

Taking to Truth Social, the 47th POTUS continued: “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.

“Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”

How has Iran responded to the US strikes?

Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister took to Twitter shortly after the attack and said: “The United States, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the NPT by attacking Iran’s peaceful nuclear installations.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Iran will defend its ‘sovereignty, interest, and people’ (MURTAJA LATEEF/AFP via Getty Images)

“The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences. Each and every member of the UN must be alarmed over this extremely dangerous, lawless and criminal behavior.”

The government minister went on to say Iran ‘reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people’.

How have other world leaders reacted to the US strikes?

The UK’s Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer took to Twitter following the strikes, stating the US took action to ‘alleviate’ the threat posted by Iran’s nuclear programme.

The PM wrote: “Iran’s nuclear programme is a grave threat to international security. Iran can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon and the US has taken action to alleviate that threat.

Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer at the G7 earlier this week (Stefan Rousseau-Pool/Getty Images)

“The situation in the Middle East remains volatile and stability in the region is a priority. We call on Iran to return to the negotiating table and reach a diplomatic solution to end this crisis.”

How did the Israel-Iran conflict start?

Iran has been accused of attempting to develop a nuclear warhead, mining large quantities of uranium before enriching it.

Israel subsequently conducted strikes in Tehran, the Iranian capital, since June 13, an effort that had not involved US involvement up until now.

They targeted nuclear and military sites in the country amid worries surrounding Iran’s nuclear efforts.

In retaliation, Iran has fired back its own missiles, with some even getting through the country’s Iron Dome defenses in Tel Aviv.Featured Image Credit: CARLOS BARRIA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

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Trump sparks outrage with terrifying 6-word statement when asked about US strikes on Iran

Donald Trump certainly hasn’t shied away from speaking about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East

Donald Trump has sparked outrage across the country with a terrifying statement when he was asked about the potential possibility of US strikes on Iran.

Israel has been conducting strikes in Tehran since June 13, which so far has gone on without any involvement from the US.

In retaliation, Iran has fired back its own missiles, with some even getting through the country’s Iron Dome defenses in Tel Aviv.

A hospital in Beersheba in southern Israel was attacked by Iran overnight, though Iranian state media report the missile strike targeted a military site next to the hospital rather than the actual medical site itself.

While the hospital has been damaged, Israeli officials say no one was hurt.

Tensions don’t seem to be deescalating anytime soon, so President Trump was asked by a reporter on the South Lawn of the White House on Wednesday (June 18) if the US could get involved and fire missiles on Iran.

Donald Trump has been speaking on the conflict (Suzanne Plunkett-Pool/Getty Images)

And it’s fair to say the Republican president provided a rather cryptic answer, which has outraged many on the internet.

“I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m gonna do,” Trump said, as per Garrett Haake.

“What a reckless statement,” one person responded on Twitter, while a second added: “He doesn’t know what he’s doing this is our president.”

Meanwhile, a third remarked: “Nobody wants to hear a president say that either.”

Trump was also asked if his patience with Iran has run out, to which the president responded: “It’s already run out. That’s why we’re doing what we’re doing.”

Tensions are rising in the US (KHOSHIRAN/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)

Trump has certainly not shied away from talking about Iran, stating the country must come to make a new nuclear deal now or face more strikes and further deaths.

Taking to Truth Social recently, the president wrote: “We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran. Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it, but it doesn’t compare to American made, conceived, and manufactured ‘stuff.’ Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.”

In a follow up post, he added: “We know exactly where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader’ is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”Featured Image Credit: Fox News

Topics: Donald Trump, Iran, Israel, Politics, US News, Truth Social

Trump issues scathing statement to Iran after sending terrifying warning to evacuate amid Israel attacks

The president has been vocal about Israel’s war against Iran, particularly on Iran’s nuclear weapon capabilities

Donald Trump has issued another statement to Iran amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, which saw both parties bomb each other for days.

Tensions between Israel and Iran have reached new heights, with both exchanging missile attacks in the last week.

Israel’s surprise bombing of Iran’s nuclear and military facilities set things into motion, with Iran releasing retaliatory strikes on Tel Aviv just hours later.

After Iran returned fire on Israel, Trump took to Truth Social on Monday (June 16) to comment that Iran needed to sign a new nuclear agreement deal, or else.

The president has been vocal in his want for a nuclear deal with the group of world powers known as the P5+1 – which includes the US, UK, Germany, France, China, and Russia, who’ve been in negotiation with Iran regarding its nuclear program since 2006.

Donald Trump has issued a statement over the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

In his latest post on the matter, Trump warned Iran: “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON.

“I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”

This has all come around at the time of this year’s G7 meeting, held in Canada, where Trump left the meeting a day early to return to DC.

At the time, French President Emmanuel Macron said that he had left to help foster a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. However, Trump turned to social media to dispute this.

In the wake of this, Iran attacked Israel again in the early hours of Monday (June 16), and damaged the US embassy in the country.

An Israeli attack on the Shahran oil depot on June 15, 2025 in Tehran, Iran (Stringer/Getty Images)

The US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, confirmed the embassy had suffered ‘minor damage’, stating: “Some minor damage from concussions of Iranian missile hits near Embassy Branch… but no injuries to US personnel.”

Soon after, it was reported that the US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz is heading towards the Middle East as Trump warned of further destruction if no resolution is found.

Explaining that the US was not explicitly involved in Israel’s initial attack, Trump said they would not be kind on retaliation.

But in a major update today (June 17), Trump again expressed his thoughts on the situation between Iran and Israel, stating that he has not reached out to the former and had they chosen to take him up on his first offer, there would not be as many people dead.

He wrote: “I have not reached out to Iran for ‘Peace Talks’ in any way, shape, or form.

“This is just more HIGHLY FABRICATED, FAKE NEWS! If they want to talk, they know how to reach me. They should have taken the deal that was on the table – Would have saved a lot of lives!!!”

He also shared beforehand, that Iran having nuclear capabilities was at odds of his ‘America First’ plan, writing: “AMERICA FIRST means many GREAT things, including the fact that, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!”

Hundreds have been reported dead as the Iran-Israel conflict continues.

UNILAD has reached out to the White House for further comment.Featured Image Credit: Getty Images/Chip Somodevilla

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