US Strikes Iranian Nuclear Sites, Global Condemnation

The United States, under President Trump's orders, conducted airstrikes on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities, sparking widespread international condemnation and fears of regional escalation. Unlike earlier reports of a joint US-Israel operation, the strikes were carried out solely by the US, with Trump calling the mission a military success. Iran has vowed to retaliate but has not yet targeted US assets directly, and its foreign minister stated that diplomacy will not resume until Iran responds. Major global powers, including China, Russia, and the United Nations, have condemned the attacks and called for an immediate ceasefire, with the UN Security Council scheduled to meet at Iran's request. The US administration maintains it is not seeking regime change and is open to negotiations, but critics, including US lawmakers, warn the strikes could entangle America in a broader Middle East conflict without congressional approval. Regional countries like Pakistan face diplomatic challenges in balancing condemnation with their geopolitical interests.