Published: June 21, 2025 By Kamal Yalwa
In a major escalation of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, US President Donald Trump has confirmed that American forces have conducted coordinated airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities — Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The announcement was made during a televised address from the White House.
President Trump described the mission as “very successful,” noting that all US aircraft involved in the operation had exited Iranian airspace without incident. The targeted sites are known to house key components of Iran’s nuclear program, with Fordow and Natanz previously enriched to near weapons-grade uranium levels, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
This marks the first confirmed direct US military engagement in the Israel-Iran war, which erupted following Israel’s initial strikes on June 13. Until now, the US had limited its role to logistical, intelligence, and diplomatic support for Israel.
