LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The United States struck three Iranian nuclear sites amid growing tensions in the Middle East.
In a briefing Sunday morning, U.S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth said that the U.S. carried out "Operation Midnight Hammer."
It involved more than 125 aircraft and a deception operation that saw bombers deployed over the Pacific as a “decoy."
Hegseth said the U.S. isn't looking for war, and hopes to settle things peacefully.
Kentucky and Indiana lawmakers gave responses after the attack.
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY)
“Iran’s war on America and Israel spans decades. The history of the Islamic Republic is written in American, Israeli, and Arab blood, as well as that of the Iranian people. The regime’s survival has depended on repression at home and web of proxy terrorism and aggression abroad, underpinned by an obsessive pursuit of nuclear weapons.
“Israel’s bold response to the war thrust upon it by Iran’s proxies has created a unique opportunity to cripple Iran’s nuclear ambitions and strike a lasting blow to its hegemonic aggression. Seizing this opportunity is not an escalation toward war — it is a prudent response to the warmongers in Tehran. Iran would be foolish to misunderstand American resolve.
“I commend the President for authorizing decisive action and all U.S. servicemembers responsible for carrying it out. The United States’ interest in denying Iran a nuclear weapon, in standing with our ally, Israel, and in reestablishing credible deterrent power is undeniable and urgent.”
Louisville Rep. Morgan McGarvey (D)
"The Constitution is clear: no president can declare war.
On behalf of all Louisvillians, especially the brave men and women stationed abroad, I will fight to hold the Trump administration accountable for its decision to engage in direct military action against Iran without congressional authorization.
Congress has yet to receive a classified briefing with evidence providing that tonight's strikes were necessary to protect our national security. Congress and the American people deserve answers. My constituents do not want to be dragged into another endless war in the Middle East."
Indiana Governor Mike Braun (R)
“I applaud the decisive leadership of President Donald J. Trump as he ordered destruction of Iran’s nuclear facilities. We are thankful our brave troops who executed this mission are back to safety. Now I will pray for the safety of our troops in the region and for peace to prevail.”
Indiana Senator Todd Young (R)
"Thank you to our brave service members who executed this mission. The world will be safer if Iran’s nuclear capability is destroyed. I look forward to briefings in the coming days."
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