US Launches Airstrikes on Three Iranian Nuclear Sites

President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military conducted successful airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—using stealth B-2 bombers with bunker-buster munitions, marking the first direct U.S. involvement in the conflict alongside Israel. The strikes received strong praise from many congressional Republicans and some Democrats, including Senators Lindsey Graham and John Fetterman, who viewed the action as necessary to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions and enhance global safety. However, the response was mixed, with some Republicans like Rep. Thomas Massie and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizing the strikes as unconstitutional or counterproductive to peace efforts. Iranian officials condemned the attacks as a crime and warned of serious consequences, while European allies urged restraint and the resumption of nuclear talks. Supporters such as Auburn coach Bruce Pearl and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk lauded the president's decisive leadership, emphasizing the aim of peace through strength. The strikes heightened tensions in the region and raised concerns about potential oil price increases and further escalation.