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Multiple sources confirm that Donald Trump ordered and began bombing campaigns against Iran during his administration. A major offensive known as the Twelve-Day War began on June 13, 2025, targeting Iranian nuclear infrastructure such as the Fordow Uranium Enrichment Plant using stealth bombers and Tomahawk missiles 6 10. In March 2026, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard testified that these strikes had obliterated Iran’s nuclear enrichment program 3. Most recently, in June and July 2026, Trump authorized a fresh round of U.S. strikes on southern Iran in response to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz 4 7 8. While the administration characterized these actions as self-defense and retribution, some analysts and reports questioned the strategic rationale and the long-term impact on Iran's nuclear capabilities 5 9 11.

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1. 1 · pbs.orgFACT-CHECKER
   Fact-checking statements made by Trump to justify U.S. strikes on Iran | PBS News

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2. 2 · nytimes.comFACT-CHECKER
   Fact-Checking Trump’s Justifications for Attacking Iran - The New York Times

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3. 3 · factcheck.orgFACT-CHECKER
   FactChecking Trump's Prime-Time Address on Iran - FactCheck.org

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4. 4 · theguardian.comNEWS
   Trump is bombing Iran again and blundering again. He has no grasp of his enemy | Sina Toossi | The Guardian

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5. 5 · americanprogress.orgNEWS
   The Trump Administration’s Reckless Strikes in Iran Raise More Questions Than Answers - Center for American Progress

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6. 6 · en.wikipedia.orgWEB
   2025 United States strikes on Iranian nuclear sites - Wikipedia

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7. 7 · cbsnews.comWEB
   U.S., Iran trade more strikes after Trump says ceasefire is "over"

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8. 8 · cnn.comWEB
   Analysis: Why a frustrated Trump is turning again to bombs to force Iran’s hand | CNN Politics

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9. 9 · thedailybeast.comWEB
   Donald Trump Bombs Iran After Vowing He Wants Peace

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10. 10 · csis.orgWEB
    Inside Trump’s Strike on Iran’s Nuclear Program | CSIS

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11. 11 · usatoday.comWEB
    'It's not true': Experts question Trump's rationale for Iran attacks

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