The Middle East faces heightened tensions after U.S. airstrikes targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend. Iran has vowed “full-scale retaliation,” raising fears of a dangerous escalation in the region.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned the U.S. to expect severe consequences, threatening to attack American military and economic assets across the Middle East. Iranian state media also announced the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, and warned that European ships could be blocked if tensions rise further.
President Trump defended the attacks in a social media post, stating they were necessary to curb Iran’s nuclear program. The U.S. military reportedly struck facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, with all aircraft returning safely. However, Iranian officials downplayed the damage, claiming the targeted sites had been evacuated days earlier.
The situation remains volatile, with Iran promising retaliation and the U.S. standing firm. The international community watches closely as the risk of a broader conflict grows.
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