U.S. Joins Israel’s War Against Iran with Major Strikes on Nuclear Facilities
The United States has formally entered the conflict between Israel and Iran, marking a dramatic escalation in regional tensions. President Donald Trump has confirmed that U.S. forces carried out airstrikes on three of Iran’s most critical nuclear sites: Natanz, Esfahan, and Fordo. These facilities are at the heart of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, and their targeting signals a serious shift in the scope of military operations.
The Fordo nuclear site, which is buried deep underground and heavily fortified, was one of the primary targets in this coordinated assault. Following the strikes, the first images and video footage of the damage at Fordo have surfaced, revealing the extent of the destruction. According to defense sources, U.S. aircraft dropped between five to six precision-guided bunker-buster bombs, specifically designed to penetrate fortified underground structures.
This operation marks one of the most significant military actions in the Middle East in recent years. The use of advanced bunker-busting munitions suggests a clear intention to disrupt Iran’s nuclear program at its most secure and secretive locations. Natanz and Esfahan, also key centers in Iran’s nuclear development, were similarly targeted, though the full extent of the damage remains unconfirmed.
The strikes come amid rising tensions and fears of a broader regional war. Israel has long viewed Iran’s nuclear ambitions as an existential threat, and with the U.S. now directly involved, the geopolitical stakes have risen sharply. Washington has stated that the operation was a response to ongoing Iranian provocations and its continued defiance of international agreements.
Analysts suggest this could trigger a wave of retaliatory actions by Iran and its regional allies, potentially dragging neighboring countries into the conflict. Oil markets have already reacted, with prices spiking due to fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
As global leaders urge restraint, the world watches closely to see how Iran will respond to this unprecedented escalation. The U.S. involvement in direct military action against Iran marks a turning point in the Middle East, one that could have far-reaching consequences in the days to come.
