US Strikes Iran's Nuclear Facilities in 'Historic' Operation, Sparking Escalating Conflict

The US military conducted a thorough analysis of the location, studying the weather and geology of the region, as well as examining any materials discarded from the site. They also inspected the ventilation shafts, electrical systems, and environmental control systems. When analysts realized there was no suitable bomb to strike the facility, they collaborated with the military-industrial complex to develop a top-secret program to create a massive, deep-penetrating bomb (GBU-57) specifically designed to target the facility.

On a day in June 2025, the US President ordered the B-2 bomber force to strike the target. To prove the success of the operation, US Secretary of State Rubio and Secretary of Defense Hegseth recently revealed that 12 out of 14 massive deep-penetrating bombs were dropped on the nuclear facility at Fordow during the June 21 strike. The operation, code-named "Midnight Hammer," involved a multifaceted approach to ensure its success. Seven B-2 stealth bombers from the United States Air Force took off from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, embarking on a 37-hour round trip to execute bombing missions against three Iranian nuclear facilities.

The bombers dropped 12 bunker-busting bombs on the Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities, while the Isfahan nuclear facility was targeted with Tomahawk missiles. To provide cover for this operation, the US military deployed over 125 aircraft as decoys, underscoring the meticulous planning and extensive resources committed to this high-stakes mission. The details of the operation reveal the complexity and sophistication of the US military's planning, including the use of decoy flights and the development of specialized bombs.

In response to the US strike, Iran has released a video showing a missile striking a facility in Israel, which has raised eyebrows. The authenticity of the video is unclear, but it does not appear to be fake or AI-generated. If it were fabricated, it would likely require expertise similar to Google Earth's real-world zoom overlay combined with optical guidance imagery processing. The implications of this video, if authentic, would be significant, suggesting Iran's military capabilities are more advanced than previously thought.

The situation continues to unfold with various parties issuing statements and taking actions. US Defense Secretary Pete Hergest has responded sternly to those questioning the effectiveness of the US bombing of Iran's nuclear facilities, suggesting they should go to Iran and dig to see for themselves. Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has urged Iran to allow inspections, stating that Iran must immediately allow him or his colleagues to inspect, but their attempts to contact the authorities have been ignored.

Iranian media has reported that Israel is plotting to carry out an explosion on US territory and blame it on Iran, aiming to provoke a full-scale war between the US and Iran. The conflict has already resulted in significant casualties, with at least 627 civilians killed and nearly 5,000 injured in Iran, according to reports from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. Israeli officials have declared that their military objectives have been fully achieved, if not exceeded, and that Iran's nuclear project has been systematically destroyed, with 90% of its uranium enrichment capability eliminated.

The Iranian Foreign Minister has rejected any plans to restart nuclear talks with the US, while Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has claimed victory over both Israel and the US, stating that Iran has given the US a "slap in the face" by attacking the US military base in Qatar. US President Donald Trump has responded to Khamenei's claims, stating that they are false and that Iran's nuclear facilities have been destroyed. Trump has also threatened to consider further bombing of Iran due to its uranium enrichment activities and has called for international inspections to verify that Iran will not restart its nuclear program.

The situation remains tense, with all parties involved continuing to issue statements and take actions that could potentially escalate the conflict further. The international community is watching closely, as the consequences of this conflict could have far-reaching implications for global security and stability.