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Inside the White House: Trump and Officials Oversee Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites

US strikes targeted Iranian nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, an unprecedented action since 1979. President Trump, wearing his 'Make America Great Again' hat, was pictured with senior officials overseeing the operation in the White House Situation Room. Declaring a 'spectacular military success,' Trump warned Iran about potential further attacks amid rising regional tensions.

Inside the White House: Trump and Officials Oversee Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites

US Airstrikes Target Key Iranian Nuclear Facilities

In a decisive military move, US forces launched strikes on three major Iranian nuclear sites — Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan — marking an unprecedented action against facilities within Iran since 1979.

Exclusive Glimpse into the Situation Room

The White House has released photos capturing President Donald Trump alongside senior officials in the Situation Room during the operations. President Trump, notable for wearing his iconic "Make America Great Again" hat, is seen closely monitoring the unfolding events.

Who Was in the Room?

  • Vice President JD Vance
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio
  • Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
  • Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Dan Caine
  • White House Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles
  • CIA Director, John Ratcliffe

These images emphasize the high-level coordination and oversight involved in the operation.

Trump Declares the Mission a "Spectacular Military Success"

Announcing the campaign on his social platform, the President hailed the strikes as a major victory, with key nuclear enrichment facilities reportedly "completely and totally obliterated." In a televised address from the Oval Office, he urged Iran to pursue peace, warning of more severe attacks if they refuse.

"There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days," Trump stated.

"If peace does not come quickly, we will target remaining sites with precision and speed — most can be taken out within minutes."

Context: Rising Tensions and Regional Conflict

The airstrikes followed "Operation Rising Lion" launched by the Israeli military, targeting Iranian nuclear and military installations, alongside top generals and scientists. Israel claimed Tehran was nearing nuclear weapon capability.

According to human rights data, over 600 people have been killed in Iran amid the conflict, while retaliatory strikes by Iran involving missiles and drones have resulted in at least 24 fatalities in Israel, highlighting the escalating cycle of violence.

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