President Donald Trump launched major airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear facilities, calling it a “spectacular military success” aimed at halting Iran’s nuclear ambitions. While Israeli leaders praised the operation, global reactions were mixed, with the UN and countries like China warning of a dangerous escalation in the Middle East.
Iran condemned the strikes as “lawless” and promised severe consequences. Trump’s decision, which marks a major foreign policy move in his second term, is already reshaping international alliances and raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
Domestically, the backlash includes an unexpected warning from far-right group the Proud Boys, who have historically supported Trump. In a Telegram post, they declared they would withdraw support if the U.S. continues military involvement in the Middle East, accusing Trump of betraying his “America First” promise.
As tensions rise, Trump is facing criticism from both global leaders and his own base. The Iran strikes could define the legacy of his second term—and reshape the direction of the Republican Party going into the next election.
