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On June 22, U.S. forces struck Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, launching a mix of submarine-launched Tomahawks and bunker-buster bombs. The operation, dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer,” inflicted heavy damage, according to the U.S., though Iran claims the strikes were “superficial”
President Trump publicly floated the idea of regime change in Tehran — tweeting provocatively: “If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”
3. Iran retaliates — missile attacks and Hormuz threats
Tehran responded with missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel that handles roughly a quarter of global oil shipments
4. U.S. officials say diplomacy still on the table
Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the U.S. is “not at war” with Iran, maintaining that regime change isn’t the official goal 5. Global backlash and calls for de-escalation
UN, EU, UK, France, Germany and others called for calm and urged Iran not to escalate further
Israel supported the U.S. actions and carried out its own strikes on Tehran, including targeting Evin Prison
6. Russia condemns U.S. strikes — offers to mediate
Moscow strongly criticized the U.S. strike. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called it “unprovoked aggression” and warned of a dangerous escalation
President Putin echoed these sentiments in a meeting with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, labeling the attacks “absolutely unprovoked” and signaling deep concern
Russia formally offered to mediate between the U.S. and Iran — positioning itself as a diplomatic intermediary, though specific support measures remain unclear .
Supreme Leader Khamenei has dispatched Araqchi to Moscow requesting enhanced Russian backing — likely diplomatic, but possibly military assistance, though the absence of a mutual defense clause in the January partnership treaty complicates expectations
Escalation risk remains high: Military responses from Iran and Israel, U.S. threats of further strikes, and global alarm signal serious tension.
Oil markets rattled: Talks of a potential Hormuz blockade and regional unrest drove Brent crude above $80/barrel earlier today .
Diplomacy being tested: Russia’s mediation offer may shift dynamics—be it soft-peace efforts or deeper involvement.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 13 | Mossad‑aided missile & drone strikes by Iran at Israel launch the regional conflict |
| June 20–21 | U.S.–EU nuclear talks stall as Israel ramps up its strikes . |
| June 22 | U.S. bombs Iranian nuclear sites; Trump teases regime change . |
| June 22–23 | Iran launches missile strikes on Israel, threats made to shut Strait of Hormuz . |
| June 23 | Russia condemns strikes, Putin meets Araqchi, offers mediation; Iran presses for Russian support . |
