BREAKING: President Trump Announces that U.S. Executes Largest-Ever Military Bombing in Middle East
On Friday evening, President Trump announced that the U.S. military carried out what he described as the most powerful bombing operations in the history of the Middle East.
According to Trump’s post on Truth Social, the strikes targeted Iran’s Kharg Island, which he called the “crown jewel” of the country’s military infrastructure. He emphasized that all military targets on the island were destroyed.
While highlighting the destructive capacity of U.S. weapons, Trump said he had deliberately spared the island’s oil infrastructure. He warned, however, that any interference with the free passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz could prompt a reassessment of that decision.
Trump credited the strength of the military to his efforts to rebuild it during his first term and continuing today. He claimed that Iran lacks the capability to defend against U.S. attacks and reiterated that the country will not obtain nuclear weapons or the ability to threaten the U.S. or global security.
.@POTUS: “The situation in Iran is going very well. A lot of big hits today… We’re in very good control.” pic.twitter.com/xxsbzdGbDG
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 13, 2026
He urged Iran and other groups associated with its government to stand down to preserve what remains of the country. Trump further asserted that Iran’s previous ambitions to dominate the Middle East and attack Israel have been effectively ended by the operations.
Describing the strikes, Trump said the situation in Iran was “going very well” and that the military maintained strong control following the bombing raids.
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