The U.S. Bombed Iran. Now What?

The Daily

2025/06/23

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Shownote

In an address to the nation on Saturday night, President Trump confirmed that the U.S. military had carried out an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities. It was a move that he had been threatening for days, and that previous U.S. presidents had avoided for d...

Highlights

In a dramatic escalation, the U.S. carried out military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, a move that had long been avoided by previous administrations. President Trump announced the operation, which involved B-2 bombers and advanced weaponry, marking a significant shift in American foreign policy toward Iran.

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B-2 bombers flew from the US to target Fordow and other sites in Iran early on Sunday morning

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Natanz nuclear site largely destroyed in U.S. strike

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Bombing may not stop Iran from pursuing nuclear weapons if stockpile remains intact

Chapters

Did the U.S. Strike Really Destroy Iran's Nuclear Capabilities?

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How Did Israel Influence the Decision to Attack Iran's Nuclear Sites?

07:42

What Comes Next After the Strike? Assessing Iran's Response and Global Fallout

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Transcript

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