Trump Compares Strikes on Iran to Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings
U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the recent strikes on Iranian territory, calling them an event comparable in significance to the historic bombings of the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. According to him, these actions were the turning point that led to the end of the military confrontation between the U.S. and Iran.
Speaking to journalists, Trump noted that he did not wish to draw direct historical parallels but emphasized the scale and significance of the operation. He stated that just as the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki ended World War II, the strikes on Iranian territory became the final act in the current conflict. The President added that the U.S. objective was to immediately eliminate threats and ensure regional security.
The U.S. administration previously announced targeted attacks on Iranian military and strategic sites. The operation involved precision-guided weapons and, according to Washington, inflicted critical damage on key elements of Iran’s infrastructure. Following the strikes, Tehran announced the cessation of active operations, while the U.S. indicated readiness for further negotiations.
Trump's statement sparked widespread international reaction. Some political and expert circles considered the comparison with the 1945 events controversial due to differences in scale and consequences. However, supporters of the sitting president argue that his comment reflects strategic reasoning and underscores the significance of the achieved results.
In Iran, the statement was received critically. Officials rejected the characterization of the U.S. operation and emphasized that the country still regards the strikes as an act of aggression. Nonetheless, Iranian authorities confirmed a reduction in military activity and the suspension of certain operations, citing the need for political reassessment of the conflict's aftermath.
In the U.S., discussions continue on the next steps in foreign policy. Administration officials stated their readiness for dialogue provided national security interests are upheld. President Trump assured that in the event of renewed threats, the response would be of a similar scale and impact.
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