The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 625 - US joins the Israel-Iran war, 'obliterating' 3 nuclear sites
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Jun 22, 2025 Jacob Magid, the US Bureau Chief for The Times of Israel, and Lazar Berman, a diplomatic reporter, dive into a critical moment in US-Iran relations. They unpack President Trump's military strikes on key Iranian nuclear sites and discuss Netanyahu's endorsement of the actions as 'peace through strength.' The conversation shifts to Iran's potential responses and the regional power shifts that could follow. They also consider the American public's reaction and the broader implications of this high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering.
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U.S. Shatters Iran's Nuclear Sites
- The U.S. used six bunker buster bombs to obliterate the heavily fortified Fordow nuclear site.
- Tomahawk missiles targeted Natanz and Isfahan, marking a significant escalation in military capability against Iran's nuclear program.
Iran’s Tough Post-Attack Choices
- Iran's nuclear program can be rebuilt despite serious damage from strikes.
- Iran faces a difficult choice: capitulate and negotiate or retaliate and risk severe escalation.
Trump’s Warning To Iran
- Trump declared Iran's nuclear capabilities "totally obliterated" and credited teamwork with Netanyahu.
- He warned Iran to choose peace or face further strikes targeting many regional sites.