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“If they want to build a nuclear weapon…” JD Vance Warns Iran Will Face US Military

June 24, 2025, 12:25 pm

JD Vance warned Iran strongly after the ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran. Soon after President Donald Trump announced the truce, Vance said any attempt by Iran to restart its nuclear weapons program would trigger a tough US military response.

He delivered the warning during a televised interview.

JD Vance Issues Warning

JD Vance made it clear that the US would act if Iran pursued nuclear weapons again. “If they want to build a nuclear weapon in the future, they’re going to have to deal with a very, very powerful American military again,” Vance stated.

Vance: Iran Will Have to Deal with U.S. Military Again if They Rebuild Nuke Program https://t.co/dg3WqlxpDQ via @BreitbartNews

— Jim Polk 🇺🇸 (@JimPolk) June 24, 2025

Trump announced the ceasefire after Iran launched missiles at US airbases in Qatar and Iraq. On Truth Social, Trump explained, “Officially, Iran will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 12th Hour, Israel will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 24th Hour, an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR will be saluted by the World.”

A senior White House official told Reuters that Trump directly negotiated the deal with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff also held quiet talks with Iranian officials to finalise the agreement.

US Airstrikes Face Retaliation

Two days earlier, the US launched surprise strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Trump claimed the sites were “completely and totally obliterated.” But experts say damage assessments continue, and the location of Iran’s enriched uranium remains unclear.

Iran responded by firing missiles at US airbases in Qatar. The US had already evacuated the bases. “Plenty of warning was given – Qatar shut its airspace and the US issued warnings to citizens,” said Ziad Daoud, chief emerging-market economist at Bloomberg Economics.

Iran matched the US strike count with its missile launches. Iranian media called this a show of parity. But experts believe Iran aimed to avoid serious escalation while maintaining its image at home.

Israel-Iran War: Iranian Missiles Hit Beersheba Killing 4 As Ceasefire Stalls

June 24, 2025, 11:24 am

The Israel-Iran war turned deadly when Iranian missiles struck Beersheba, killing four people, while ceasefire talks struggled to take hold. Rescue workers pulled the fourth body from under the rubble of a destroyed apartment building, reported the Times of Israel. Sirens echoed across multiple cities as residents rushed to shelters.

The attack came just as leaders tried to broker peace after nearly two weeks of intense conflict.

🚨💥 Israeli Army: #Iranian missile hit Beersheba directly.

Channel 12, citing #Israel Railways: Beersheba station closed due to damage caused by an Iranian missile.#IsraelIranConflict #IsraelUnderAttack pic.twitter.com/YVvNtASkeE

— ARIKA🇮🇳🚩 (@nidhisj2001) June 20, 2025

Israel-Iran War Escalates After Ceasefire

Iranian missiles hit a residential building in Beersheba, southern Israel. Several people died, and sirens rang out across multiple cities. Authorities warned people to stay inside or seek shelter immediately.

The strike came hours after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. He stated that both sides would observe a 24-hour phased ceasefire. During each phase, both nations must maintain peaceful and respectful relations. “On the assumption that everything works as it should, which it will, I would like to congratulate both Countries, Israel and Iran, on having the Stamina, Courage, and Intelligence to end what should be called ‘THE 12 DAY WAR,’” Trump said.

“CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE…” –President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com/hLTBT34KnG

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 23, 2025

Iran’s foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, posted on X that their military strikes continued “until the very last minute at 4am.” He suggested they stop afterwards. Earlier, he denied any formal agreement but added, “However, provided that the Israeli regime stops its illegal aggression against the Iranian people no later than 4 am Tehran time, we have no intention to continue our response afterwards.”

I love my country. That said, I’ll take the word of Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, over the serial lying sociopath every day of the week: “there is NO “agreement” on any ceasefire or cessation of military operations.” Trump is and always will be an habitual liar. pic.twitter.com/ofik7AYQE0

— Bill Madden (@maddenifico) June 24, 2025

Israel’s military has not commented on Trump’s statement yet. However, no new Israeli strikes occurred after 4am, AP reported.

US strikes spark Iranian retaliation

Before talks began, the US attacked Iran’s nuclear sites in Isfahan, Fordow, and Natanz. In response, Iran launched “Operation Basharat al-Fath” and fired missiles at a US air base in Qatar. This exchange pulled the United States deeper into the conflict.

Fordow Nuclear Site ‘Gone’? IAEA Chief Warns of ‘Heavy Damage’ After US Strikes

June 23, 2025, 3:53 pm

The US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities caused major concerns as IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi warned of heavy damage at the Fordow enrichment plant. Using sophisticated bunker-buster bombs dropped by B-2 Spirit bombers, the US targeted Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan in a massive military operation that raised tensions even higher.

As reports of additional attacks emerged, Grossi urged restraint and called for renewed negotiations.

US Strikes Land Heavy Blow On Fordow Facility

During an emergency meeting in Vienna, IAEA head Rafael Mariano Grossi explained that the recent US strikes likely caused severe underground damage at the Fordow nuclear facility. “Given the explosive payload utilised and the extreme vibration-sensitive nature of centrifuges, very significant damage is expected to have occurred,” Grossi said. Moreover, he added, “No one can say at present how bad underground damage at Fordow is.”

IAEA Director:

1. “Based on satellite imagery, there are clear signs of “impact” observed at Iranian nuclear sites.”

2. “But as far as assessing the extent of the underground damage is concerned, we cannot make a statement.”

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Meanwhile, as Grossi addressed the emergency meeting, Iranian state television reported that attacks at Fordow continued. Consequently, Grossi stressed that the IAEA requires access to Iran’s nuclear sites to verify uranium stockpiles. “We must return to negotiations,” he urged, highlighting the urgent need for diplomatic talks. Additionally, he revealed that Iran informed him on June 13 of “special measures” taken to protect nuclear materials and equipment.

Iran’s Nuclear Sites in Crisis

The US strikes hit three key Iranian nuclear facilities, Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, marking a major escalation in the conflict. President Donald Trump announced the operation on Truth Social, stating, “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran’s airspace. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is no other military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!”

Later, Trump reshared a post that declared the Fordow nuclear site “is gone.” At the same time, Grossi stressed the importance of allowing IAEA inspectors to return and verify uranium stockpiles, including the 400 kilograms enriched to 60 percent. With both sides standing firm, the international community now faces growing uncertainty over the next steps.

Trump Hints at Regime Change After US Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites

June 23, 2025, 6:33 am

The Trump administration sent out confusing messages to Iran on Sunday. While some officials hinted at restarting peace talks after the U.S. bombed three Iranian nuclear sites, President Donald Trump suggested the possibility of regime change.

Trump posted on Truth Social, “It’s not politically correct to use the term ‘Regime Change’, but if the current Iranian regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a regime change??? MIGA!!!” This post directly contradicted U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, who earlier said, “This mission was not and has not been about regime change.”

Strike Details and Conflicting Messages

The U.S. had launched surprise airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities located in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. The operation, codenamed “Midnight Hammer”, reportedly used decoys and tactical deception. According to Air Force General Dan Caine, the strikes caused “extremely severe damage and destruction” to all three nuclear sites.

Despite the tough military action, the administration also sent out messages of diplomacy. Defence Secretary Hegseth assured reporters that America “does not seek war” with Iran. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance claimed that the attacks could give Iran “an opportunity to return to negotiations” with the United States.

However, Trump’s own tone contradicted his team’s stance. On Truth Social, he attacked political critics like Representative Thomas Massie, who had questioned whether Trump had acted with proper Congressional authority. “We had a spectacular military success yesterday, taking the bomb right out of their hands (and they would use it if they could!),” Trump wrote.

Iran’s Possible Retaliation

Experts warn that Iran might not stay quiet. The country could take several actions to retaliate, such as:

Blocking oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz,
Launching attacks on U.S. military bases in the region,
Escalating cyber-attacks, or
Speeding up its nuclear programme, especially now that its sites have been bombed.

These options give Tehran the ability to push back, despite having a weaker military compared to the U.S.

What Lies Ahead: Diplomacy or Wider Conflict?

So far, it’s unclear whether the U.S. strikes will push Iran towards a more violent conflict or force it to rejoin peace talks. What is clear is that the conflicting messages from Washington have caused confusion both globally and at home.

While officials maintain that the operation was a success and not aimed at changing Iran’s regime, Trump’s comments suggest otherwise. Whether diplomacy wins or conflict escalates, the next few days will likely shape the future of U.S.–Iran relations.