U.S. Hits Iran’s Nuclear Sites in Operation Midnight Hammer
The U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites in a surprise mission called Operation Midnight Hammer, deploying stealth bombers and advanced weaponry in one of the most complex air raids in modern military history.
Stealth Bombers Launch from Missouri in Total Secrecy
The U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites with seven B-2 stealth bombers that quietly took off from Whiteman Air Force Base at 00:01 EDT. The bombers, loaded with “bunker buster” GBU-57 MOP bombs, embarked on an 18-hour journey to the Middle East.
Decoys and Deception: The Mission’s Hidden Strategy
As the U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites, deception played a key role. Another team of B-2s flew west toward Guam to distract global intelligence. This strategic decoy allowed the real strike package to move east undetected over the Atlantic.
Support Teams and Mid-Air Refueling Over the Atlantic
The bombers were refueled mid-air multiple times and met with fighter escorts in the Middle East at 17:00 EDT. The U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites using a “complex, tightly timed maneuver,” said General Dan Caine at a Pentagon briefing.
Iran’s Air Defenses Stay Silent
Despite entering Iranian airspace, the U.S. bombers faced no resistance. According to U.S. officials, Iran’s air defenses remained inactive, with analysts crediting Israeli control of airspace surveillance for the seamless American entry.
The Fordo Facility: Underground and Fortified
The U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites, targeting Fordo — Iran’s most secure nuclear enrichment facility buried 80-90 meters underground. The first bunker-busting bombs were dropped at 18:40 EDT, marking the first real combat use of GBU-57 MOPs.
Coordinated Strikes on Natanz and Isfahan
While B-2s bombed Fordo and Natanz, the U.S. also launched more than two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles from a submarine in the Arabian Sea toward the Isfahan site at 17:00 EDT. All strikes were precisely timed to ensure simultaneous impact.
The Numbers Behind the Mission
The U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites using over 125 aircraft and around 75 precision-guided weapons. According to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the operation lasted just 25 minutes once inside Iran, before the bombers returned to U.S. airspace.
Was the Mission a Tactical Success?
Experts say the U.S. hits Iran’s nuclear sites with unmatched precision. However, despite the tactical victory, it remains unclear whether the damage dealt will permanently hinder Iran’s nuclear ambitions. More satellite data is awaited.
The Aftermath: Strategic Uncertainty Lingers
While the U.S. celebrates a historic strike, Iran downplays the damage and has not released a detailed response. The world watches closely to see if Operation Midnight Hammer triggers broader military escalation or shifts in diplomatic strategy.
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