US Launches Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Regional Tensions

The recent U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites have drawn varied international and domestic responses. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed understanding of the U.S. determination to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons while emphasizing the need for dialogue and caution over potential Iranian retaliation affecting energy supplies. In the U.S., opinions are mixed; some, like retired Air Force veteran Ken Slabaugh, fully support President Trump's decisive action against what is seen as a long-standing Iranian threat, while others recall the controversial Iraq War and remain skeptical of military interventions. Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the strikes as unconstitutional and questioned Trump's motives, despite acknowledging Iran as a significant threat. Iranian officials condemned the U.S. strikes, accusing America of backing Israel's hostile actions against Iran. Meanwhile, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala described the strikes as understandable efforts to avert nuclear development and hoped they would push Iran toward negotiations to ease Middle Eastern tensions.