Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran early Sunday, hours after American forces launched a coordinated military operation targeting key Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Speaking in a televised address to the American public and the international community, Trump declared the strikes a "tremendous military success" and vowed greater force if Tehran fails to "choose peace."
“The goal of tonight’s operation was to dismantle Iran’s uranium enrichment capabilities and eliminate any future nuclear threat,” Trump said. “Iran’s three nuclear facilities have been completely destroyed,” he claimed, adding, “There is still time for peace—but the next strikes, if needed, will be larger, more precise, and more devastating.”
Strategic Strike Amid Diplomatic Collapse
The strike comes at a time of heightened regional volatility, following escalating clashes between Iran and Israel and the collapse of the latest diplomatic efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. Negotiations in Geneva earlier this month ended in deadlock, and U.S. officials have since accused Iran of accelerating its nuclear ambitions.
The targeted sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—are central to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Parts of these facilities are under limited monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The Pentagon, in a brief statement, said it will hold a press conference later Sunday to share visual documentation and further operational details.
No Immediate Response from Tehran
As of the time of publication, the Iranian government has not issued an official response to the attacks or Trump’s remarks. Analysts warn, however, that retaliation could come through proxy forces across the region or via cyber means. Intelligence officials in Washington and Tel Aviv are reportedly on high alert.
Diplomatic sources at the United Nations expect an emergency session of the Security Council within the next 48 hours, amid growing concerns over a broader conflict erupting in the Middle East.
Global Concerns Over Regional Fallout
Defense experts warn that the U.S. strikes may trigger a chain reaction, particularly in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon—where Iran maintains strong military alliances. Any Iranian response could also threaten commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil supplies.
“The message is clear,” Trump said in closing. “Iran can either make peace—or face consequences far worse than tonight.”
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