
US-Israeli Strikes Destroy Iran's Tallest B1 Bridge in Karaj
Key Takeaways
- Iran's largest B1 bridge between Tehran and Karaj collapsed after US strikes.
- Trump posted video of the strike and warned more attacks to come.
- Isfahan ammunition depot targeted with bunker-buster bombs, causing explosions.
Bridge Bombed Twice
US-Israeli strikes destroyed the B1 suspension bridge near Tehran, Iran's tallest and the Middle East's tallest.
“Iran’s biggest bridge near Tehran has crashed down in a stunning scene captured on camera following reports of U”
The bridge was hit twice an hour apart while rescue teams were aiding victims from the first strike.

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Iranian state media reported at least eight dead and 95 wounded.
The bridge was a critical infrastructure link between Tehran and Karaj.
The strikes aimed to sever drone and missile supply lines.
Trump's Threats and Iran's Response
Trump framed the strikes as part of an expeditionary mission to destroy Iran's capabilities.
The strikes occurred after weeks of US-Israeli bombing that killed over 1,300 Iranians.

Iran's Ambassador to the UN warned the strikes were an act of aggression.
Iran retaliated by closing the Strait of Hormuz and launching missile strikes on Tel Aviv.
Only 27% of Americans approved of the strikes.
Civilian Harm and Infrastructure Debate
The Pentagon justified targeting infrastructure as legitimate military objectives.
“American President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the largest bridge in Iran has collapsed and will never be used again”
Critics questioned the legality and efficacy of targeting civilian infrastructure.
The destruction of a modern bridge opened debate about the costs imposed on Iranians.
Bloomberg noted the strikes had not shortened the conflict.
The Council on Foreign Relations observed a major shift toward regime change.
Iran's Engineering Resolve
Iran announced plans to rebuild the bridge using domestic engineering expertise.
The strikes raised questions about the long-term strategic impact of the campaign.

Iran remained defiant despite economic pressure.
The mixed signals underscored the complexities of ending a war launched on February 28.
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