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The situation unfolded dramatically as President Donald Trump made a significant announcement on Truth Social regarding military actions against Iran. Jennifer Griffin reported live from the Pentagon, sharing details about the U.S. military’s bombing runs, specifically targeting key components of Iran’s nuclear program.
Initial reports indicated that six B-2 bombers departed from Whiteman Air Force Base around midnight. These planes were involved in a mission targeting vital nuclear facilities—specifically, what’s referred to as the “Heart” of Iran’s nuclear program, located in a heavily fortified mountain complex. Griffin elaborated that Natanz, a primary enrichment site operational since 2006, suffered strikes that night. This complex had previously experienced attacks but had returned to functionality, prompting renewed focus.
Trump’s announcement was groundbreaking, indicating not just one but three nuclear sites had been successfully struck. The president has utilized Truth Social as a platform for significant military updates, and this was deemed one of the most consequential. The strikes included a heavy payload of bombs dropped on the Fordow facility. Griffin noted expert predictions that a single pass might not have sufficed to adequately damage Fordow, suggesting coordinated multi-pass assaults were necessary.
Detailed insights into the attack logistics were provided. Each B-2 bomber was equipped with Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs)—massive bombs designed for penetrating deep underground installations. The implementation of this intricate bombing mechanism was crucial, as it involved dropping sequential bombs into precisely the same hole created by the first bomb.
Griffin highlighted the strategic importance of Israeli air operations that preceded the U.S. bombing runs. Reports indicated that Israel has made significant advancements against Iranian air defenses, ensuring that the U.S. could execute its missions with relative ease. Israeli military actions, particularly their success against surface-to-air missile systems, allowed for more permissive conditions for U.S. bombers, including the B-2s, to operate.
Further elaboration covered how these military actions have been complemented by extensive Israeli operations, which began earlier in June. The Israeli Air Force observed a sustained campaign against Iranian targets, achieving considerable success in neutralizing high-value military personnel and vital infrastructure.
The situation escalated as Griffin pointed out the significant reduction in Iranian rocket and missile threats directed at Israel. Israeli forces had successfully engaged around 55% of mobile ballistic missile launchers. This was coupled with the United States assisting in missile defense from naval positions in the region, particularly with destroyers stationed off the coast of Israel.
The combined efforts of the Israeli and U.S. militaries have had a marked impact, leading to a decrease in missile attacks from Iran. The ongoing collaboration between air forces and the integration of advanced defense systems highlighted a dynamic and fluid military strategy aimed at maintaining stability in the region amidst escalating tensions.
