Tensions rise over fears of Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear sites.
On June 12, 2025, tensions are at a peak on the global stage as the US has put its military bases and embassies in the Middle East on high alert. The reason for this is the fear of a possible attack by Israel on Iran's nuclear facilities. According to a Washington Post report, US intelligence officials have indicated that Israel may attack Iran's nuclear facilities, in response to which Iran may also retaliate. This news has raised questions not only about regional but also global stability.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the evacuation of American citizens and military families present in the Middle East from Iraq and other sensitive areas. This step has been taken when nuclear talks with Iran are on the verge of failure. Trump told the New York Post, "I am less confident about the nuclear deal now than I was before." He also made it clear that if Iran develops nuclear weapons, the US may take military action.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly described Iran's nuclear program as a threat and threatened an attack. According to a New York Times report, Netanyahu has instructed his defense officials to prepare a plan to attack Iran's nuclear sites even if the US-Iran deal is reached. This has increased tensions between the US and Israel, as Trump has tried to dissuade Netanyahu from attacking so that diplomatic talks can have a chance.
Iran has also taken a tough stand. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that if Israel attacks their nuclear sites, the US will also be responsible for it. Iran's Revolutionary Guards have said that they will give Israel a "devastating response". In addition, Iran has claimed that it has acquired sensitive documents related to Israel's nuclear facilities, which could help it plan a retaliatory strike.
According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran now has about 900 pounds of weapons-grade uranium, which could be enough to make a nuclear bomb. This situation has become more complicated when European countries are planning to impose new sanctions on Iran. Iran has said in response that Western countries have failed to fulfill their promises.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has also warned Iran to make a nuclear deal with Trump, otherwise the risk of war with Israel will increase. This situation is also affecting the global oil market, because about one-third of crude oil comes from the Middle East. This tension is a matter of concern not only for the Middle East but for the whole world. If Israel attacks, it can trigger a regional war, in which America can also be involved. The global community is now watching whether diplomacy will be able to avert this crisis or the situation will worsen.