WASHINGTON, DC – The United States has conducted military airstrikes against three key targets inside Iran, according to a Pentagon confirmation that identified two major nuclear facilities and a sensitive military complex.
- Coordinated Strikes Confirmed – The Pentagon has confirmed coordinated military strikes against three specific, high-value targets within Iran.
- Targets Identified – The targets have been identified as the Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities, along with the Parchin military complex.
- Official Justification – The White House has issued a statement framing the operation as a ‘necessary defensive action’ to degrade Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities.
The breaking news was confirmed late Friday evening by U.S. officials, who described the operation as a series of coordinated and precise strikes.
Pentagon Confirms Coordinated Strikes
The Pentagon Press Secretary issued a statement confirming that U.S. military assets carried out strikes on three key sites in Iran. The statement verified that the operation was authorized by the President and was aimed at degrading Iran’s ability to further develop its nuclear and advanced weapons programs.
Officials did not provide immediate details on the specific military assets used in the operation. The Department of Defense has stated it will provide more information as it becomes available and operationally secure to do so.
Three Confirmed Targets
According to the Pentagon, the strikes were focused on the following three locations:
- Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant: Located near the city of Qom, this is one of Iran’s most significant nuclear sites. It is built deep inside a mountain to protect it from aerial bombardment and is used for uranium enrichment.
- Natanz Nuclear Facility: A central pillar of Iran’s uranium enrichment program, the Natanz facility in central Iran contains large underground halls and has been a primary focus of international inspections and concern for years.
- Parchin Military Complex: This site, located southeast of Tehran, is a large military and weapons development base. International inspectors have previously sought access to Parchin due to suspicions it has been used for research and high-explosive testing related to military programs.
White House Issues Statement
The White House released a statement describing the military action as a “necessary and defensive action” intended to “degrade Iran’s capabilities to develop a nuclear weapon and deter further regional aggression.”
The statement asserted that the strikes were limited and proportional, targeting facilities directly linked to Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. The administration has indicated it is in communication with allies and partners in the region. No information has been released regarding casualties.
