The Story Iran strikes back: what next?
Jun 23, 2025
In this engaging discussion, foreign correspondent Richard Spencer shares his insights on the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran after military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. He analyzes the repercussions of Iran's missile attacks on U.S. bases and the uncertainty surrounding potential regime change. Spencer highlights Iran's intricacies in governance and its relationships with allies like China and Russia, as well as the challenges of diplomatic negotiations amidst ongoing conflict and regional instability.
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Missouri Man Spots Real Bombers
- A man in Missouri spotted nine B-2 bombers flying east, contradicting reports of them flying west as a decoy.
- These bombers flew nonstop to Iran, dropped bunker buster bombs on nuclear sites, and returned safely without landing in the Middle East.
US Strikes Damage Nuclear Sites
- The US strikes likely inflicted severe damage on Iran's key nuclear enrichment sites and facilities.
- However, Iran probably safeguarded enriched uranium and can still potentially produce nuclear weapons within a year or two.
Iran's Measured Retaliation Strike
- Iran retaliated by firing missiles at the US base in Qatar but alerted Qatar in advance to avoid casualties.
- This measured strike suggests Iran seeks to end confrontation without escalating the conflict further.