The USA justifies the attack on Iran: "If we had stood with our hands in our pockets and waited to be attacked first, the number of victims and damages would have been much greater."

The administration of President Donald Trump declared that the joint attack with Israel against Iran was a preventive operation, aimed at preventing a possible aggression from Tehran. American officials claimed that Iran was trying to rebuild its nuclear program and was planning missile attacks against American troops and allies in the region.

Although negotiations to limit the Iranian nuclear program were ongoing, Washington accused Iran of refusing to discuss ballistic missiles and support for terrorist groups.

The attack was announced by Trump, who stated that the ultimate goal is the overthrow of the Iranian regime.