22.06.2025 12:30
On the 10th day, the United States, which became involved in the Israel-Iran war, struck the Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities. Following the U.S. attack, Iran quickly retaliated by launching 30 missiles at Israel's cities of Tel Aviv and Haifa. In the attacks, where Iran used the Khaybar ballistic missile for the first time, initial reports indicated that 23 people were injured. Meanwhile, Iran shared moments of launching missiles towards Israel.
The Israel-Iran war continues on its 10th day with mutual attacks, while the United States has officially and actively joined the war for the first time.
U.S. forces struck Iran's nuclear facilities in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. President Donald Trump personally announced the attack. In a post on his social media account, Trump stated, "We conducted a bombing at the Fordo facility. All our planes are currently outside Iranian airspace. Our planes are returning home."
TRUMP: FORDO IS NO MORE
Trump said, "Fordo is no more. The U.S. attack on Iran is a historic moment for the U.S., Israel, and the world. Iran must now agree to end this war." He also stated, "We dropped a fully capable bomb on the Fordo nuclear facility." Congratulating the pilots involved in the attack and claiming that no other army in the world could carry out this operation, Trump concluded his statement with, "Now is the time for peace."
B-2 BOMBER AIRCRAFT USED
It was reported that the American B-2 stealth bombers, which carry the only weapon capable of destroying Iran's underground Fordo nuclear facility, were used in the attack. These aircraft are known as "bunker busters."
RETALIATION FROM IRAN TO U.S. ATTACK
Iran's retaliation to the U.S. attacks on nuclear facilities was swift. The Iranian army struck the cities of Haifa and Tel Aviv in Israel with 30 missiles, using Hayfer ballistic missiles for the first time in these attacks.
Images from the region show that Tel Aviv has turned into rubble, and initial reports indicate that at least 23 people were injured in the retaliatory attack on Israel.
IRAN REQUESTED EMERGENCY SESSION FROM THE UN
Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN), Amir Said Iravani, requested an "emergency session" from the UN Security Council (UNSC) on the grounds of "investigating and condemning" the U.S. attack on Iran. According to CNN, Iravani stated in a letter sent to the UNSC that the U.S. attack on Iran poses a "serious threat to regional and international peace and security." He argued that the attacks occurred "under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)" and emphasized that the U.S. attack violated the UN Charter and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Iravani called for an emergency session to take necessary measures to investigate and condemn this illegal act and ensure that the perpetrators are not left unpunished.
ARAKCHI: WE ARE KEEPING ALL OPTIONS OPEN TO PROTECT OUR SOVEREIGNTY
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi stated, "The U.S. has severely violated the United Nations (UN) Charter, international law, and the treaty on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons by attacking Iran's peaceful nuclear facilities." Arakchi noted that "Iran is keeping all options open to protect its sovereignty, people, and interests under the UN Charter."
PLANES STRUCK IRAN WITH A 37-HOUR DIRECT FLIGHT
According to a report by The New York Times based on U.S. officials, the B-2 stealth bombers that struck Iran took off from a base in Missouri. They conducted the operation with a 37-hour direct flight.
ISRAEL CLOSED ITS AIRSPACE
In a statement from the Israeli Airports Authority, it was announced that the country's airspace has been closed to all flights. The statement also mentioned that land crossings through Egypt and Jordan remain open.
U.S. ALSO USED TOMAHawk MISSILES
It was claimed that the U.S. struck Fordo, Iran's most important nuclear facility, using 6 bunker-busting munitions, while the other two facilities were destroyed by 30 Tomahawk missiles launched from American submarines in the region. Fox News host Sean Hannity stated that he spoke on the phone with President Donald Trump, who informed him that 30 Tomahawk missiles were launched from American submarines located approximately 645 kilometers away in the attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
UN: DIRECT THREAT TO INTERNATIONAL PEACE
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the U.S. attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. Guterres released a statement following the attacks, emphasizing that the assault represents a dangerous escalation in an already tense region. He stated, "I am deeply concerned about the use of force against Iran. This is a direct threat to international peace and security."
Guterres noted that the risk of the conflict spiraling out of control is increasing, warning that it could have catastrophic consequences for civilians, the region, and the world. He called on UN member states to de-escalate tensions and adhere to the obligations imposed by the UN Charter and other international legal rules, stating, "At this dangerous moment, it is critical to avoid a spiral of chaos. Military options are not a solution; the only path is diplomacy, the only hope is peace."
NETANYAHU THANKED TRUMP FOR THE ATTACK
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for announcing the attack on Iran's three nuclear facilities. Prime Minister Netanyahu published a video message thanking President Trump for his courageous decision to target Iran's nuclear facilities with the "magnificent and just power" of the U.S.
Netanyahu stated, "Congratulations, President Trump. Your brave decision to target Iran's nuclear facilities with the magnificent and just power of the U.S. will change history."
Claiming that Israel has done "remarkable things" with the attacks it has launched against Iran, Netanyahu asserted that the U.S. has truly achieved a "unique success" with the attack it carried out that night.
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Netanyahu, who claims that the U.S. attack on Iran is a "historic turning point" that will bring peace to the Middle East, stated, "President Trump and I often say that peace comes through strength. First comes strength, then comes peace. And tonight, President Trump and the U.S. acted with great strength." Trump had announced that they carried out airstrikes on three nuclear facilities in Iran: Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan.
IRAN: NO NUCLEAR LEAK AT FORDO
An Iranian official claimed that there was no nuclear leak at Fordo following the U.S. attack. A provincial official from Qom, where the uranium enrichment facility at Fordo is located, stated to AA correspondent, "The Fordo nuclear facility has been attacked by the United States, and this facility has been damaged, but there is no nuclear leak inside or around it."
IRAN CONFIRMED THE U.S. ATTACK
Iranian media confirmed the U.S. attack on nuclear facilities based on reports from officials. Iranian officials also confirmed the U.S. attacks on Natanz and Isfahan.
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