Key Facts
• June 22: US Defense Secretary Hegseth announced strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
• 14 bunker busters (MOP) dropped by B-2 stealth bombers from Missouri’s Whiteman Air Force Base.
• Operation “Midnight Hammer” lasted 37 hours, involving decoy B-2 bombers flying westward.
• Eastern B-2 squadron targeted Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment facility.
• 24 Tomahawk cruise missiles launched from a submarine in the Arabian Sea.
• Over 125 aircraft, including refueling tankers and 4th/5th generation fighters, participated.
• 75 precision-guided munitions used; three facilities suffered “severe damage.”
• No US casualties or equipment losses reported; no Iranian retaliation confirmed.
• Pentagon deemed the operation successful, with significant delays to Iran’s nuclear program.
• President Trump warned of “larger attacks” if Iran resists peace negotiations.
• Officials clarified the mission aimed to disrupt nuclear development, not regime change.
• Vice President Vance stated Iran’s nuclear ambitions are now delayed by years.
Summary
The US military executed a 37-hour operation targeting Iranian nuclear facilities on June 22, deploying 14 bunker busters via B-2 stealth bombers and 24 Tomahawk missiles from a submarine. The mission, named “Midnight Hammer,” utilized decoy bombers to enhance tactical surprise. Over 125 aircraft, including refueling tankers and advanced fighters, supported the operation. The Pentagon confirmed severe damage to three key facilities, with no US casualties or Iranian retaliation reported. President Trump emphasized the destruction of Iran’s nuclear capabilities and warned of further action if peace talks fail. Officials clarified the mission’s focus on nuclear disruption, not regime change. Vice President Vance stated the attack significantly delayed Iran’s nuclear program by years.
