Breaking: US Launches Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Sites – Fordow Targeted in Escalation

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 In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States has reportedly launched airstrikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities, including the heavily fortified Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant, in what analysts are calling the most serious confrontation since the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

According to preliminary intelligence reports, US Air Force B-2 stealth bombers, supported by F-22 Raptors and MQ-9 Reaper drones, were used to target multiple nuclear sites across Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The strikes occurred overnight and are believed to have caused significant structural damage to Iran’s underground nuclear centrifuge infrastructure.

⚙️ Fordow: The Core of Iran’s Enrichment Program

The Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant, located near the city of Qom, has long been a source of international concern due to its deep underground bunkers designed to withstand aerial bombardments. Despite repeated warnings, Iran has continued to expand its uranium enrichment at Fordow, breaching limits set by the 2015 JCPOA deal.

The attack on Fordow is especially symbolic and strategic, given that it represents Iran’s commitment to high-grade uranium enrichment, which many Western nations fear could lead to the development of nuclear weapons.

 Other Targets Hit

Alongside Fordow, two other significant nuclear-related locations were hit:

  • Natanz Nuclear Facility: Iran’s primary uranium enrichment center.

  • Isfahan Uranium Conversion Facility: A crucial part of Iran’s nuclear fuel cycle infrastructure.

Sources indicate the attacks focused on power distribution systems, centrifuge halls, and suspected weapons research sites.

🇺🇸 Trump’s Long Shadow

While President Joe Biden authorized the most recent strikes, many analysts point to the long-term strategic groundwork laid by former US President Donald Trump. His administration withdrew from the 2015 nuclear deal and re-imposed harsh sanctions, placing Iran under immense economic and political pressure.

Trump had often hinted at the possibility of military action against Iran’s nuclear ambitions, especially Fordow, which he called a “red line” in multiple speeches.

🇮🇱 Israeli Involvement and Netanyahu’s Stance

Though the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have not officially confirmed their involvement, intelligence leaks suggest close cooperation between US and Israeli intelligence in identifying the targets and coordinating surveillance.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has long viewed Iran’s nuclear program, especially the Fordow facility, as an existential threat to Israel. In recent months, Netanyahu had intensified pressure on Washington to act decisively, warning that “waiting is no longer an option.”

 International Response and Risk of Escalation

The strikes have triggered urgent meetings at the United Nations Security Council, and countries across Europe and Asia are calling for restraint. Iran has vowed retaliation, and there are growing fears of regional spillover, especially if Tehran strikes back at US bases or Israeli targets.

What This Means for the Region

The attack on Fordow and other nuclear sites signals a shift from diplomacy to direct confrontation. It raises serious questions about the future of nuclear non-proliferation in the Middle East and risks plunging the region into a broader war.

As we await official statements and more verified updates, one thing is clear: Fordow is no longer untouchable, and the US-Israel axis is now openly challenging Iran’s nuclear ambitions with military force.

Stay with Dr. Saddam Kenya for real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and East African perspectives on global geopolitics.

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