US Strikes on Iran: Trump, NATO Leaders Affirm 'Virtual Obliteration' of Nuclear Capabilities at Summit

The Hague, Netherlands - At the recent NATO summit in The Hague, former U.S. President Donald Trump, alongside Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, addressed the recent U.S. military strikes on Iran. The officials highlighted the effectiveness of the operations in dismantling Iran's nuclear capabilities and asserted that these actions have significantly altered the geopolitical landscape. "It was a virtual obliteration," stated President Trump, referring to the impact of the strikes. Secretary Hegseth further elaborated on the scale of the operation, noting, "Given the 30,000 pounds of explosives and capability of those munitions, it was devastation underneath." He added that the assessment of the damage was preliminary but indicated severe and obliterating effects. Secretary Rubio underscored the strategic success, stating that the conversion facility, crucial for nuclear weapon development, was "blacked out, it's gone, it's wiped out." He emphasized the significant setback for Iran's nuclear program, noting that they are "way behind where they were just seven days ago." Rubio also referenced a statement from the IAEA, implying a drastic change in Iran's nuclear capabilities post-strike. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte praised the U.S. action, remarking, "The great thing is you took out the nuclear capability of Iran. This was crucial. You did it in a way which is extremely impressive." He stressed that the strikes sent a clear signal to the rest of the world about the U.S.'s willingness to use strength when necessary, highlighting the immense power of the American military. President Trump concluded by stating that Iran is now focused on recovery and that a ceasefire has been agreed upon, suggesting an improved relationship moving forward.