The Hague, Netherlands – During a press briefing at the NATO summit on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, US President Donald Trump made bold claims regarding the recent military strike on Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility, stating that Israeli agents entered the site after the attack and confirmed “total obliteration.”
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“You know they have guys that go in there after the hit, and they said it was total obliteration,” Trump told reporters. “They didn’t have a chance to get anything out because we acted fast.”
While Israel has denied knowledge of any such post-strike operation, Trump insisted Israel is compiling a report confirming the facility was entirely destroyed.
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Trump’s comments follow a leaked US intelligence report suggesting that the strikes failed to fully destroy Iran’s underground nuclear infrastructure and that enriched uranium stockpiles may have been relocated prior to the bombing. The White House has rejected these claims, emphasizing the attack’s effectiveness and criticizing the unauthorized leak.
Trump Warns of Future Strikes If Iran Attempts to Restart Enrichment
President Trump warned Iran that any attempts to restart uranium enrichment would be met with another US strike. However, he expressed confidence that Tehran would refrain from further activity.
“I don’t think they’ll ever do it again,” said Trump. “They just went through hell.”
He compared the strike’s impact to the World War II nuclear bombings that ended the war, emphasizing the scale and finality of the operation:
“That was essentially the same thing that ended that war. This ended that war.”
Ceasefire Holds as Trump Praises Israel’s Restraint
Trump also praised the current ceasefire between Israel and Iran, calling it a “very equal agreement” and applauding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for scaling back retaliation despite further missile fire after the ceasefire began.
“I was so proud of them,” Trump said. “Technically, they were right — it was a little bit of a violation — but they showed great discipline.”
Israel has confirmed that over 550 ballistic missiles and 1,000 drones were launched by Iran in retaliation, causing 28 deaths and injuring thousands in central Israel. The US and Israeli strikes came in response to Iran’s growing nuclear threat and its support for regional militancy.
Trump Says Gaza Hostage-Truce Deal Is Close
On the issue of Gaza, Trump reported “great progress” toward securing a hostage-ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. He credited the Iran strike with giving momentum to renewed negotiations, noting, “Gaza is very close.”
Mediated largely by Qatar, talks are reportedly focusing on the “Witkoff model”, a US-drafted proposal that includes a temporary ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners.
While Hamas is demanding a permanent end to the war, Israeli leaders remain firm that any deal cannot allow Hamas to retain power in Gaza. Despite political tension, a majority of Israeli citizens support a deal that ensures the safe return of hostages.
Conclusion: A Critical Crossroads in the Middle East
The latest developments mark a turning point in the Middle East conflict, with diplomatic, military, and humanitarian stakes at an all-time high. Trump’s statements highlight a complex reality: while the military blows may have shaken Iran’s nuclear program, the path to long-term peace remains fragile and uncertain. As Gaza talks intensify and ceasefires hold, the international community watches closely, hoping for resolution — but prepared for further escalation.