NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Sunday, June 22, 2025
Jun 23, 2025
Peter Alexander, an NBC News correspondent at the White House, delves into pressing issues including Operation Midnight Hammer, a U.S. military strike on Iranian nuclear sites, and the fallout from that action. He discusses intense Iranian threats and the division in domestic political responses. The conversation also covers a tragic shooting at a Michigan church, contrasting community safety with rising gun violence. Plus, Alexander highlights Kansas City's cultural vibrancy amidst these urgent events, painting a picture of a nation grappling with chaos and courage.
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Historic U.S. Stealth Strike on Iran
- The U.S. conducted a historic 36-hour stealth operation, striking three Iranian nuclear sites with B-2 bombers, submarines, and fighter jets.
- The strikes inflicted severe damage without Iranian retaliation during the attack, demonstrating U.S. military precision and surprise.
Iran's Direct Threat to U.S.
- Iran sent a direct warning to President Trump before the strike about activating sleeper cells in the U.S. as retaliation.
- The U.S. prepares for potential retaliation but emphasizes this was a limited strike against Iran's nuclear program, not a war with Iran.
Escalation and Regional Response
- In retaliation, Iran fired ballistic missiles into Israel, damaging residential areas but causing few injuries.
- Arab countries mostly remained silent, showing no willingness to support Iran militarily in the escalating conflict.