US President Donald Trump has likened himself to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling both men “war heroes” for their roles in attacking Iran’s nuclear program. In a recent radio interview, Trump said the US and Israel worked together to destroy Iran’s capabilities after a 60-day ultimatum.
According to Trump, the strikes on June 13, 2025, resulted in Iran’s entire nuclear capability being obliterated. The president claimed that if Iran had possessed this capability, it would have used it against Israel immediately. Trump also praised the pilots who carried out the operation, saying he hosted them and rewarded their efforts.
The conflict, which lasted for 12 days, was marked by significant losses on both sides. Over 1,000 Iranians died in Israeli airstrikes, while 31 Israelis were killed in Iranian retaliatory missiles and drones. The conflict also resulted in the deaths of over 30 senior Iranian commanders and 11 nuclear scientists.
Source: https://www.iranintl.com/en/202508208551