Key Facts
• June 22: U.S. Defense Secretary Hegses announced attacks on three Iranian nuclear facilities.
• Operation ‘Midnight Hammer’ involved 7 B-2 bombers and 14 GBU-57 bunker busters.
• Hegses emphasized the operation’s success, stating Iran’s nuclear program was dismantled.
• Iran’s parliament approved the closure of the Hormuz Strait as a countermeasure.
• Hormuz Strait closure could impact 20% of global oil supply, raising economic concerns.
• U.S. Homeland Security warned of potential domestic terror threats following Iran’s retaliation calls.
• UN Secretary-General Guterres criticized the U.S. attack, urging respect for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
• IAEA Director Grossi expressed readiness to inspect damaged Iranian nuclear sites.
• Global oil prices and markets face uncertainty as the situation escalates.
Summary
On June 22, U.S. Defense Secretary Hegses announced the success of ‘Operation Midnight Hammer,’ targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities with advanced weaponry, including 14 GBU-57 bunker busters. The operation aimed to dismantle Iran’s nuclear development program, which Hegses declared a success. In response, Iran’s parliament approved the closure of the Hormuz Strait, a critical passage for 20% of global oil supply, raising fears of economic repercussions. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security warned of potential domestic terror threats following Iran’s calls for retaliation. Meanwhile, the UN and IAEA urged restraint and compliance with international treaties. The global community watches closely as tensions escalate, with potential impacts on oil prices and economic stability.
