U.S. Drops Bunker-Busters on Iran Nuclear Sites, Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
U.S. Drops Bunker-Busters on Iran Nuclear Sites, Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
The United States (U.S.)became directly involved in Israel’s ongoing conflict with Iran by deploying 30,000-pound bombs on a uranium enrichment facility early Sunday. The action has sparked fresh concerns over the status of Tehran’s nuclear program and potential military retaliation from Iran’s already weakened forces.
Eagles Sight News reports that In response, Iran condemned the U.S. action, accusing it of overstepping critical boundaries. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, “The warmongering and lawless administration in Washington is solely and fully responsible for the dangerous consequences and far-reaching implications of its act of aggression,” and announced his immediate departure for Moscow to align with ally Russia.
The U.S. reportedly used bunker-buster bombs and missiles to target three Iranian nuclear sites, a move Tehran described as a “very big red line.” The use of such powerful weapons has led to regional tensions and fears of broader conflict.
Despite the escalation, the Trump administration expressed a desire to reopen diplomatic channels with Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated, “The U.S. does not seek war” with the country. However, Iranian officials maintained that negotiations were no longer an option, insisting on their right to self-defense.
President Donald Trump, meanwhile, issued a stern warning that any Iranian retaliation against U.S. forces would be met with further military action. “There will either be peace or there will be tragedy for Iran,” said Trump, who proceeded without obtaining congressional approval.
They Played Us’: U.S. Defends Bombing Iran’s Nuclear Sites Over Stalled Talks
The United States has defended its recent airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, claiming that Tehran misled negotiators and stalled diplomatic efforts. According to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Iran “played” the U.S. during ongoing nuclear discussions, which ultimately forced President Donald Trump to take decisive military action.
In an interview with Fox News, Rubio explained that the U.S. had presented Iran with a proposal to continue its civilian nuclear program under strict international monitoring. However, Iran declined the offer and reportedly went silent for more than a week. “They played us. They wouldn’t respond to our offers. They disappeared for 10 days. The president had to take action as a response,” Rubio stated.
He further clarified that the airstrikes were not a declaration of war, but a necessary step in response to Iran’s inaction. “We are not declaring war on Iran. We’re not looking for war in Iran. But if they attack us, I think we have capabilities they haven’t even seen yet,” he added.
Iran Vows Retaliation After U.S. Strike on Nuclear Site
Tehran, Iran – June 22, 2025
Iran has vowed to retaliate following a U.S. airstrike on one of its key nuclear facilities late Saturday night. The targeted site, believed to be the Fordow uranium enrichment plant, was hit in what Washington described as a “necessary action to neutralize emerging threats.”
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian condemned the attack as “an act of aggression” and warned that a strong response is imminent. “The United States will be held accountable. Our response will be strategic, timely, and proportionate,” he said in a televised statement.
The international community has urged restraint as tensions in the region escalate rapidly.
President Trump Warns Iran Against Retaliation After U.S. Strike
Palm Beach, Florida – June 22, 2025
President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran against launching any retaliatory attacks following the U.S. military’s overnight strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities.
Speaking at a press conference on Sunday morning, Trump described the operation as a “spectacular success” and warned that any act of retaliation “will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed.”
He added, “The United States will not tolerate threats against our interests or our allies. If Iran makes the mistake of striking back, it will face devastating consequences.”
The warning comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, with Iran vowing to respond “strategically and proportionately” to the attack on its Fordow and Natanz nuclear sites.
Iran Strikes Back: Missile Attack on Israel Follows U.S. Bombing of Nuclear Sites
Meanwhile, Iran has launched its first wave of missile attacks on Israel in response to the recent U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, including the heavily fortified Fordow site. According to an update Eagles Sight News gathered on Aljaseera and CNN
The assault has left at least 11 people injured in central Israel, prompting air raid sirens to go off in Tel Aviv and occupied East Jerusalem
Iran Turns to Russia for Diplomatic Coordination After U.S. Strikes on Nuclear Sites
In the wake of a series of U.S. airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, Tehran has intensified diplomatic engagement with Moscow, seeking to strengthen strategic ties and coordinate a unified response to what it described as “unprovoked aggression.”
According to an update Eagles Sight News gather on timesofindia ,Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, is scheduled to visit Moscow this week for high-level talks with Russian officials. The visit comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following the U.S. strikes on the Fordow nuclear facility and other key sites, which Washington claims were part of a preemptive operation to halt Iran’s alleged nuclear weapon development.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed the upcoming talks, emphasizing that Russia remains a key stakeholder in maintaining regional stability and upholding the 2015 nuclear agreement, from which the U.S. withdrew in 2018. Lavrov reiterated Moscow’s opposition to unilateral military actions and expressed support for “diplomatic resolution and de-escalation.”
The Iran–Russia consultations follow the signing of a 20-year Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement earlier this year. While the treaty expands cooperation in areas such as defense, energy, and technology, it stops short of committing Russia to direct military intervention on Iran’s behalf.
Meanwhile, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev hinted that several nations, including Russia, might be willing to bolster Iran’s nuclear capabilities in response to continued Western aggression — a statement that has triggered concern in Washington and Tel Aviv.
Iranian state media described the U.S. strikes as a “blatant violation of sovereignty” and warned that “the game is not over.” However, officials in Tehran have so far signaled a preference for a calibrated response, leveraging diplomatic channels over immediate military retaliation.
As the region braces for potential aftershocks, analysts warn that any escalation could draw in larger powers and reshape global alignments, with the Iran–Russia axis gaining renewed prominence.