Trump bombed Iran illegally!

In this episode, we zero in on the controversial June 2025 U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites—ordered by Donald Trump without congressional approval—and the firestorm they ignited. From claims of “obliteration” to sober intelligence assessments showing only temporary setbacks, we interrogate the disparity between rhetoric and reality.We explore how international law frames unprovoked attacks on sovereign states—especially when there’s no evidence of an imminent threat—and why many legal experts and human rights groups argue the strikes were illegal. We also look at how the constitutional war powers in the U.S. come into play, highlighting how Congress has attempted (and struggled) to rein in executive military action after the fact.