Trump: Iran's Response Was Very Weak

Trump: Iran's Response Was Very Weak

June 19, 2025

In the wake of U.S. strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, former President Donald Trump has expressed his satisfaction with the Iranian response, describing it as "very weak." Trump's comments come after Iran's appeal to Russian President Vladimir Putin for assistance, indicating a perceived lack of a robust response from Tehran.

The U.S. strikes, carried out on Saturday, targeted the Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities. Trump, in a Truth Social post, hailed the operation as a "very successful attack," stating that all planes were safely on their way home [2]. The former president also commended the American military, emphasizing that no other military could have executed such a mission.

The U.S. action was part of an ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with Israel accusing Iran of attempting to develop nuclear weapons. Iran, however, maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. Diplomatic efforts to stop the hostilities have so far been unsuccessful [3].

Trump's remarks follow a statement by Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian president and an ally of Vladimir Putin, who accused the U.S. of escalating the conflict and suggested that other countries were ready to supply Iran with nuclear warheads [1]. Medvedev's comments drew a sharp response from Trump, who questioned the authenticity of Medvedev's statement and emphasized the importance of not treating the "N word" (Nuclear) casually.

The situation has also drawn criticism from within the U.S., with some lawmakers expressing concern over the potential for further escalation and the risks to American troops. Representative Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, called for Congress to vote on a War Powers Resolution to prevent further conflict and escalation [1].

As the situation unfolds, the world watches closely to see how Iran will respond to the U.S. strikes and whether any further military action will be taken. The potential impact on global energy markets and geopolitical stability remains a significant concern for investors and financial professionals.

References

[1] https://www.newsweek.com/trump-responds-putin-allys-iran-nuclear-threat-2089458

[2] https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/us-attacks-iran-which-nuclear-sites-were-hit-and-were-b-2-bombers-used-trump-spills-details-amid-israel-war-101750550085648.html

[3] https://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/06/21/breaking-news/u-s-moves-b-2-bombers-to-guam-amid-middle-east-conflict/