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The Iranian government has officially confirmed that nuclear facilities on its territory were hit by bombings carried out by a US B-2 Spirit aircraft — one of the most stealthy and advanced aircraft in the world. The attack, according to the Iranian Defense Ministry, took place in the early hours of the morning and caused considerable damage to strategic complexes such as Natanz and Fordow, known for their role in uranium enrichment.
In a statement broadcast live, the ministry spokeswoman described the action as “a hostile and unacceptable act that directly violates national sovereignty and international law.” The same source reported that, to date, there has been no confirmation of deaths, although material losses are “significant.”
A clear message?
The use of the B-2 Spirit — capable of passing through enemy air defenses without being detected — raises suspicions about the magnitude and degree of planning of the operation. Military analysts believe that the bombing targeted infrastructure of high strategic value to Iran's nuclear program, at a time of growing tension between Tehran and Washington.
Unofficial sources close to the U.S. Department of Defense, although they avoid making public statements, indicate that the operation was linked to an escalation in the response to regional threats, especially after the latest missile tests carried out by Iran and its allies in the Middle East.
Silence in Washington, pressure in New York
So far, the White House has not issued any official statement about the attack. However, the international repercussion was immediate. The UN Security Council called for an emergency session, while countries such as Russia and China reacted with strong criticism of the United States, demanding clarifications and condemning the use of force.
Israel and some European nations called for restraint, highlighting the need to avoid a military escalation in the Persian Gulf — one of the most unstable and sensitive regions on the planet.
Tense atmosphere on the streets and on social media
In Tehran and other major Iranian cities, thousands of people took to the streets to protest the attack. Cries of outrage and banners demanding an immediate response from the government took over squares and avenues. On social media, the hashtag #IranUnderAttack is already among the most talked about in the world, with users demanding action from the government and condemning what they call an “imperialist attack”.
The digital repercussion of the attack was instantaneous, with influencers, journalists and experts sharing analyses, videos and images of the alleged bombing.
What now?
International relations experts warn that this could be the biggest breaking point since the death of General Qasem Soleimani in 2020. According to Professor Amir Zandpour, from the University of Tehran, the attack represents a “red line crossed” and should have profound consequences on the region’s geopolitics.
"When a country like the United States directly attacks another state's nuclear facilities, the implications are global. The Iranian response may not come immediately, but it will come," the expert said.
A new chapter begins
The scenario is now unpredictable. With Iran promising retaliation, the international community on high alert and the United States maintaining strategic silence, the world is once again on the brink of a possible major conflict.
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