Former Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Shesh Paul Vaid expressed deep concern over the worsening situation in West Asia, warning that the conflict between the United States and Iran could spiral into a global catastrophe if not contained immediately.
Speaking to media, Vaid cautioned that any retaliatory action by Iran on US military facilities or bases could trigger a disproportionate response from Washington, possibly leading to a “doomsday” scenario or World War III.
“If Iran attacks US facilities or US bases in the region, then the US will respond in a big way, and it can escalate into World War III. I only pray to God that it doesn’t happen; otherwise, it will be doomsday for the world,” Vaid said.
The former top cop also highlighted the military superiority of the US, noting the exclusive use of B-2 bombers and GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs in the recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities—capabilities unmatched by other global powers.
Earlier, Vaid voiced his support for US President Donald Trump’s decision to launch precision strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, tweeting that Iran was now “finally denuclearised.”
Iran, however, has strongly condemned the US strikes on its nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Washington of blatant violation of international law, the UN Charter, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Iran’s mission to the United Nations has requested an urgent UN Security Council meeting, describing the strikes as an “illegal act of aggression” and demanding worldwide condemnation.
Meanwhile, President Trump issued a stern warning to Tehran, suggesting further military action could follow if Iran refuses to negotiate a peace agreement satisfactory to the US.
According to CNN reports, the US deployed six B-2 bombers, launching dozens of bunker buster bombs on Fordow, while Navy submarines fired 30 TLAM cruise missiles targeting Natanz and Isfahan.
The global community continues to watch the rapidly unfolding situation with concern, as fears of wider conflict loom over the region and beyond.