Washington: The United States has entered the Israel-Iran war with bombings on Iranian nuclear enrichment sites. The move represents a critical escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict. According to Deutsche Welle, President Donald Trump confirmed that US forces carried out attacks on three Iranian uranium enrichment sites, namely Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. This development follows Trump's deliberations on whether to enter the escalating conflict, amidst calls from Israel for US support. The Pentagon confirmed that seven B-2 Spirit bombers conducted the operation, flying from a US Air Force base in Missouri and deploying "bunker-busting" warheads to target Iran's subterranean nuclear facilities. The US military's involvement is linked to concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions despite Iran's insistence that its program is for civilian use. Trump claimed the attacks were a "spectacular military success," asserting that Iran's key nuclear facilities have been obliterated. However, the extent of the dam age remains unverified, with Germany suggesting significant impacts on Iran's nuclear program. Some analysts, citing satellite images, speculate that enriched uranium might have been relocated prior to the strikes. Reports from Iran indicate no increase in radiation levels post-attacks, but the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned of potential risks associated with damaged enrichment sites. An attack on Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactor could lead to a large-scale radioactive release, IAEA chair Rafael Grossi previously cautioned. Trump's entry into the conflict marks a departure from his earlier promises of a peaceful administration, aligning with US and international concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities. The previous nuclear deal under President Obama sought to limit Iran's enrichment activities in exchange for sanctions relief, but Trump withdrew from this agreement, demanding renegotiation. The international response has been varied. While US allies, including Germany, France, and the UK, advocate for diplomacy, China's and Russia's condemnation reflects their alliances with Iran. Domestically, Trump's decision has prompted a split, with some Republicans supporting it and others, alongside Democrats, criticizing the bypassing of Congress. The potential for further escalation looms, with Iran warning of "everlasting consequences" and signaling continued nuclear activities. Diplomatic efforts are anticipated, with Iran engaging with ally Russia and considering closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, pending national security council approval.