U.S. B-2 Bombers Launch Precision Strikes, Neutralize Key Iranian Nuclear Sites

June 21, 2025 — In a decisive escalation of the Middle East conflict, the United States deployed its advanced B-2 stealth bombers to carry out precision airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities early Sunday morning. President Donald Trump confirmed that American military aircraft successfully targeted three critical sites: the heavily fortified Fordo underground uranium enrichment facility, the Natanz enrichment plant, and a suspected near-bomb-grade uranium site near Isfahan.

The B-2 Spirit bombers, renowned for their stealth capabilities and ability to evade sophisticated air defenses, delivered a “full payload” of munitions, including the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) — a 30,000-pound bunker-buster bomb designed specifically to penetrate and destroy deeply buried and fortified targets. According to U.S. officials, the strikes were executed around 2:30 a.m. local Iranian time, with all aircraft safely exiting Iranian airspace afterward.

The Fordo site, located inside a mountain near Qom, was the primary target due to its strategic importance in Iran’s nuclear program. The Natanz facility, previously targeted by Israeli strikes, and the Isfahan site, recently inspected for near-bomb-grade uranium, were also hit to degrade Iran’s uranium enrichment capabilities.

President Trump hailed the operation as “very successful,” emphasizing the precision and effectiveness of the strikes. “All planes are now outside of Iran airspace,” he posted on social media, assuring that no U.S. personnel were harmed.

The deployment of B-2 bombers marked a significant shift in U.S. engagement, moving from diplomatic pressure and support for Israeli actions to direct military intervention. The B-2’s unique ability to carry the GBU-57A/B MOP makes it the only U.S. aircraft capable of neutralizing Iran’s fortified underground nuclear infrastructure.

Iranian officials confirmed the attacks but have so far refrained from direct retaliation against U.S. forces. However, Iranian leadership has warned of possible escalations, and regional tensions remain high.

Military analysts suggest the strikes will significantly delay Iran’s nuclear ambitions but caution that the conflict could intensify, with Iran potentially accelerating its nuclear development or targeting U.S. and allied interests in response.

The U.S. operation underscores the strategic importance of airpower and advanced technology in modern warfare, demonstrating the capability to strike high-value, well-protected targets with minimal risk to personnel.

Key Facts:

• U.S. B-2 stealth bombers struck Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites in Iran.

• The Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bunker-buster bomb was used to penetrate fortified underground facilities.

• Strikes occurred around 2:30 a.m. local time on June 21, 2025.

• All U.S. aircraft safely exited Iranian airspace post-mission.

• The operation marks the first direct U.S. military strikes inside Iran in decades.

• Iran has warned of possible retaliation but has not yet targeted U.S. forces directly.

This military action significantly escalates the Iran-Israel-U.S. conflict, with global observers closely monitoring for further developments.