President Donald Trump highlighted Iran’s “hellish” experience during the 12-day war with Israel, claiming that US strikes on its nuclear sites ultimately brought about peace. He controversially likened the impact of these strikes to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Trump asserted that the severe consequences faced by Iran, including the US military action, forced them to abandon their nuclear weapons ambitions. He publicly disputed intelligence assessments that found a limited impact of the strikes, asserting the complete destruction of Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The conflict originated with Israeli bombings of Iranian nuclear facilities, citing concerns about their nuclear program. Iran maintained its nuclear activities were peaceful. The 12 days of hostilities led to significant damage and loss of life.
A ceasefire, reportedly brokered by Trump, was holding. Trump’s remarks underscore his conviction that aggressive military action can pave the way for stability.
