U.S. Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites in Coordinated Bombing Campaign
U.S. Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites in Operation Midnight Hammer – The United States launched a surprise air and missile campaign early Saturday, targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. The U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites, confirmed by President Donald Trump, mark a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
Speaking from the White House, Trump described the operation—codenamed Midnight Hammer—as a “spectacular military success” aimed at ending Iran’s uranium enrichment capabilities.
Massive Bunker-Buster Bombs Used in Historic Mission
The operation deployed seven B-2 stealth bombers from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, which flew the longest B-2 mission since 2001. The aircraft dropped 14 Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs)—30,000-pound bombs designed to destroy fortified underground facilities.
General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, revealed that a U.S. submarine also launched over two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles targeting critical infrastructure in Isfahan. Over 125 aircraft were involved, employing deception, decoys, and suppression tactics to avoid detection.
“We maintained the element of surprise throughout the mission,” said Caine. “Initial battle damage assessments show extremely severe destruction at all three sites.”
Iran Responds with Outrage as Global Tensions Rise
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization condemned the U.S. strikes as a violation of international law and the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the attack “outrageous” and warned of “everlasting consequences.”
“In accordance with the UN Charter, Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty,” Araghchi wrote on X.
The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) has not released an official response, but Tehran accused the agency of “indifference” or complicity.
Trump Declares Success, Calls for Peace—but Warns of Future Strikes
Trump broke the news via Truth Social, stating: “A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordo. All planes are safely on their way home.” He later warned Iran that failure to make peace would lead to even greater and easier future attacks.
“There is not another military in the world that could have done this,” Trump added. “NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE.”
Political Reactions: Division in Washington
Reaction on Capitol Hill was swift and divided. House Speaker Mike Johnson praised the operation as a reminder of Trump’s resolve, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Iran “rejected all diplomatic pathways to peace.”
But critics, including Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, decried the action as unconstitutional, citing the lack of congressional authorization.
“This is not Constitutional,” wrote Rep. Thomas Massie, echoing bipartisan concern. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries accused Trump of misleading the country and risking a catastrophic war.
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Operation Midnight Hammer Follows Days of Iran-Israel Missile Exchanges
The attack follows Operation Rising Lion, an Israeli preemptive strike on the same nuclear sites, which reportedly killed top Iranian nuclear scientists and a high-ranking IRGC general. In the aftermath, Israel and Iran exchanged missiles daily.
Trump had initially suggested that negotiations were still possible, giving Iran a two-week window to respond. But with Iran believed to have enough enriched uranium for several bombs, the U.S. opted for decisive military action.
Homeland Security and Global Fallout
In anticipation of retaliation, NYPD increased security at sensitive locations, and Israel imposed new public gathering restrictions.
The Center for Internet Security warned U.S. law enforcement that Iran may respond with cyberattacks, terrorism, or proxy strikes against U.S. targets worldwide.
Despite Trump’s call for peace, the U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites have widened an already volatile conflict, raising fears of a broader war in the Middle East.
