US President Donald Trump's declaration of "now is the time for peace" just moments after announcing direct American strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites has ignited a firestorm of criticism across social media platforms. Netizens swiftly branded the move as a major threat to global stability, questioning the sincerity of his call for peace in the wake of escalating military action.
On Sunday, President Trump took to Truth Social to confirm that US forces had carried out "very successful" attacks on Iran's Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities, stating that a "full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow." He further boasted of the American military's prowess before concluding with his abrupt pivot to peace. This came after more than a week of sustained Israeli strikes targeting Iran's air defence and nuclear infrastructure, a campaign in which the US now appears to be a direct participant. White House officials confirmed that Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conferred following the latest strikes.
The online backlash was immediate and fierce, even among Indians. On Instagram, comedian Azeem Banatwalla (@azeembanatwalla) quipped, "Funny how the US always finds the time for peace is a few minutes after THEY have dropped bombs." Muhammed Hani (@muhdhaani) directly attributed the current instability to Washington, declaring, "The biggest threat to world peace. The United States of America." Sarah (@sarviving) succinctly captured the widespread sentiment, summarising it as "Saying 'Now is the time for peace' while dropping 3 bombs on a country is insane behaviour."
On X, American users expressed outrage and a sense of betrayal, particularly those who believed Trump’s campaign promises of ending "endless wars." Bobby (@B_O_B_B_Y) starkly commented, "Imagine dropping the world's biggest non-nuclear bombs on Iran 3X & then having audacity to say, 'Now is the time for Peace' Trump lied, he is President for War, not Peace. World War 3 has begun." Similarly, Sierra (@Sierra79206446) decried the apparent contradiction, "Insanity. Can’t believe Trump campaigned as the anti-war/peace candidate and then inserted the US into this unnecessary war."
The sentiment that the US involvement served external interests, specifically Israel’s, was also prominent. The commentary account Fake Vivek (@VivekRammaswamy) lamented, "Unfortunately, it’s the truth—we voted to end the endless wars, and instead got dragged into another one to serve Israel’s agenda. This isn’t what we signed up for. It’s a betrayal, plain and simple." Nomad (@Nomad_1x) echoed this frustration, stating, "Absolutely embarrassing! This is Israel's war, not the US’s, and if anything, this proves you’re on the Epstein files, Elon was right. Just as we thought we’d be getting an America first president, they are again, Israel first… what an embarrassing presidency."
After the initial announcement of the strikes, Trump shared that he would be addressing the nation about the operation at 10 pm (ET) and said that Iran must not end this war.
"I will be giving an Address to the Nation at 10:00 P.M., at the White House, regarding our very successful military operation in Iran. This is an HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ISRAEL, AND THE WORLD. IRAN MUST NOW AGREE TO END THIS WAR. THANK YOU!" he said in another post on Truth social.
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