Trump Orders Precision Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites Amid Intelligence Disputes

President Donald Trump has taken a hard-line approach toward Iran, authorizing bombings on nuclear sites he claims housed a "nuclear weapons development program," a stance that contradicts longstanding U.S. intelligence assessments indicating only limited setbacks to Iran's nuclear capabilities. Trump's decision has sparked debate and criticism, including from comedian Stephen Colbert, who highlighted the lack of convincing evidence or congressional approval behind the strikes, comparing the administration's approach unfavorably to previous U.S. military interventions. Journalist Michael Wolff characterized Trump's frustration over the failed Iran-Israel ceasefire as stemming from his desire for a "perfect war" and noted that Trump does not intend to shepherd the conflict to a traditional conclusion, differing from past presidents. Trump’s dilemma reflects a broader strategic tension between escalating military action and his MAGA base's skepticism of prolonged Middle Eastern wars. The situation underscores ongoing uncertainties about Iran's nuclear status and U.S. policy, with intelligence disputes complicating the narrative surrounding the strikes and their efficacy.