Trump Urges Iran Deal After Israel Hits Nuclear Sites/ Newslooks/ Washington/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Israel conducted major airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets, killing top commanders and damaging Natanz. President Trump urged Iran to return to nuclear talks, warning that “even more brutal” attacks are planned. Tensions are high as Iran retaliates with drone launches, and global calls for de-escalation intensify.
Trump Urges Iran Deal After Israeli Strikes – Quick Looks
- Major Israeli Offensive: Israel launched airstrikes on over 100 Iranian military and nuclear sites, including Natanz.
- Top Iranian Leaders Killed: Iran confirmed the deaths of its armed forces chief, IRGC commander, and missile program head.
- Covert Operations by Mossad: Israeli agents reportedly operated inside Iran before the attack, targeting air defenses and missile facilities.
- Trump Warns Iran: President Trump demanded a return to nuclear negotiations, warning of “even more brutal” strikes ahead.
- Iranian Drone Retaliation: Iran launched 100+ drones toward Israel, mostly intercepted before reaching Israeli airspace.
- Market Reaction: Global oil prices surged 9%; airlines diverted flights away from the region.
- No Radiation Spike: The IAEA reported no change in radiation levels at the Natanz enrichment facility.
- Global Response: International leaders, including Jordan’s foreign minister, condemned the escalation and urged restraint.
- Upcoming Nuclear Talks: Iran and the U.S. are scheduled to resume nuclear discussions in Oman on Sunday.
Deep Looks- Trump Calls on Iran to Negotiate After Israeli Strikes
President Trump urged Iran to resume nuclear negotiations following significant Israeli attacks on military and nuclear sites. In a Truth Social post, he warned, “the next already planned attacks being even more brutal,” emphasizing that Iran “must make a deal, before there is nothing left.”
Israeli Airstrikes Target Nuclear, Military Sites
- Scale of attack: Israel deployed around 200 fighter jets and covert drones to strike over 100 targets.
- High-profile casualties: Iran confirmed the deaths of Maj. Gen. Mohammad Bagheri (armed forces chief), Gen. Hossein Salami (IRGC commander), and missile program head Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh.
- Damaged infrastructure: Natanz uranium enrichment facility and Iranian air-defense systems were struck, though no radiation spike was reported.
Iran Launches Drone Retaliation
- Iran retaliated with roughly 100 drones launched toward Israel, intercepted over Iraq and Jordan.
- Israel saw no damage, and normal activity resumed after alert lift around 08:00 GMT.
- Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei vowed “severe punishment” in response to what he called Israel’s “wicked and bloody” strikes.
Global Response & Market Impact
| Reaction | Description |
|---|---|
| Diplomacy | Jordan and others urged de-escalation; U.S. confirmed non-participation in strikes. |
| Flight Disruptions | Airlines avoided Israeli, Iranian, Iraqi, and Jordanian airspace. |
| Oil Prices | Brent crude surged nearly 9% amid regional tensions. |
- Israeli airports, including Ben Gurion, temporarily shut down.
- U.S. diplomats evacuated from Iraq; National Guard mobilized near regional bases.
Context & What’s Next
- The incident comes amid ongoing nuclear talks in Oman targeting Iran’s enrichment program.
- The IAEA recently censured Iran for non-compliance, prompting Tehran to expand enrichment and prepare more advanced centrifuges.
- President Trump convened the National Security Council and stated hopes for a peaceful resolution yet acknowledged potential for further unilateral Israeli action
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