Ukraine Backs Trump’s Decision to Strike Iran Nuclear Facilities

As America stands on high alert as Iran threatens retaliation for President Trump’s decisive strike on three nuclear facilities, Ukraine has emerged as a surprising ally in this tense standoff, praising Trump while former Russian President Medvedev threatens nuclear escalation.

At a glance:

• President Trump ordered strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites in “Operation Midnight Hammer,” involving 125 warplanes

• Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry openly supported the strikes, stating Iran should not obtain nuclear weapons

• Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned some countries might supply Iran with nuclear warheads

• Major U.S. cities increased security while government agencies issued warnings to citizens at home and abroad

• Oil prices have surged amid concerns over the conflict’s impact on global supply

Trump’s Historic Iran Strikes

The United States launched a coordinated strike against Iranian nuclear facilities this weekend in what Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called an “incredible, overwhelming success.” Operation Midnight Hammer targeted facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan with 125 warplanes after weeks of careful planning.

President Trump addressed the nation following the strikes, suggesting the possibility of “regime change” in Iran while emphasizing that the operation did not target Iranian troops or civilians. The operation comes after Israel had already begun bombing Iranian sites on June 13, showing a coordinated approach between the two allies.

U.S. officials have placed the nation on high alert, with the Department of Homeland Security announcing a “heightened threat environment” and the State Department issuing a “worldwide caution security alert.” Major American cities have increased security measures in preparation for potential retaliatory actions from Tehran.

Ukraine is convinced that Iran’s nuclear program must be brought to an end so that it never again poses a threat neither to the countries of the Middle East nor to any other state.

Peaceful efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons have been ongoing for years, but… pic.twitter.com/ag6u7Y5N80

— MFA of Ukraine (@MFA_Ukraine) June 22, 2025

Ukraine Applauds Trump While Russia Issues Threats

Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry has come out strongly in support of the U.S. strikes, explicitly agreeing with President Trump that Iran should not obtain nuclear weapons. Their support comes as Ukraine continues to criticize Iran for supplying Russia with drones and other military technology for use in the ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian officials pointed to their own history of nuclear disarmament under the 1994 Budapest Memorandum as context for their position against nuclear proliferation. Their backing of the American operation highlights the complex geopolitical alliances forming around the Iranian nuclear issue.

Ukraine showers Trump with praise for strikes on Iran while ex-Russian prez floats giving Tehran nukes https://t.co/q50zodTUyD pic.twitter.com/nq9AXof986

— New York Post (@nypost) June 22, 2025

In stark contrast, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev sharply criticized the American strikes and issued an ominous warning about potential escalation. Medvedev suggested that some countries might now consider supplying Iran with nuclear warheads, significantly raising the stakes in the already volatile situation.

Russian and Chinese officials have condemned the U.S. strikes, citing violations of international law and sovereignty principles. Both nations have called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to address what they characterize as American aggression.

Global Reactions and Mounting Tensions

International reactions to the strikes have been divided, with U.S. allies like Australia supporting the action while calling for a return to diplomacy. Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated, “We support action that the U.S. has taken to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon,” while emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that the U.S. had crossed a “red line” and affirmed Iran’s right to defend itself. The International Atomic Energy Agency, meanwhile, has scheduled an emergency meeting following the strikes but has not yet detected increased radiation levels at the targeted sites.

Oil prices have surged in response to the conflict, reflecting market concerns about supply disruptions in the oil-rich region.