During a national address on June 21, 2025, President Donald Trump explained why he chose to target Iranian nuclear research and development sites, which were intended to aid in the creation of nuclear weapons, and highlighted the success of this military action.

The speech was preceded by a statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanking President Trump for the action.

Congratulations, President Trump! Your bold decision to target Iran’s nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history. In Operation Rising Lion, Israel has done truly amazing things. But in tonight’s action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, America has been truly unsurpassed. It has done what no other country on earth can do. History will record that President Trump acted to deny the world’s most dangerous regime the world’s most dangerous weapon. His leadership today created a pivot of history that can help lead the Middle East and beyond to a future of prosperity and peace. President Trump and I often say “peace through strength.” First comes strength. Then comes peace. And tonight, President Trump and the United States acted with a lot of strength. President Trump, I thank you. The people of Israel thank you. The forces of civilization thank you. God bless America God bless Israel, and may God bless our unshakable alliance.

President Donald J. Trump Delivers Address to the Nation, June 21, 2025 https://t.co/yutRDvtWv0

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 22, 2025

Accompanied by Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Trump delivered a concise statement outlining the key points of the operation.

• Trump confirmed the previously reported news that the United States attacked Iran’s three key nuclear development sites – Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan – with a combination of, depending on the site, “bunker buster” bombs dropped from B-2 bombers and Tomahawk missiles fired from U.S. submarines.
• The President reminded America that Iran has been attacking and murdering Americans both directly and through proxies since the seizure of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran in 1979.
• President Trump reiterated that it is entirely up to what remains of the Iranian regime as to whether it wants peace, meaning an unconditional surrender, or continued hostilities. The President made it clear that further military action by the United States is on the table.
• The President thanked Netanyahu for his close cooperation throughout the events leading up to the attack.
• President Trump praised all members of the U.S. military involved with the attack. He concluded his remarks with direct love for God, and a request for His blessing upon the United States and Israel.

Furthermore, the President mentioned that Secretary of Defense Hegseth will hold a press briefing at 8:00 AM EDT on Sunday, June 22, to offer more comprehensive information about the mission.

This is a developing story. RedState will provide updates as more information becomes available.