“America Unleashes B-2 Bombers on Iran’s Nuclear Sites: GBU-57 Used in Historic First Strike”
The United States has launched a major airstrike on three Iranian nuclear facilities—Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow—using the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber armed with GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs. Declaring the attack a great success, Donald Trump stated, “Now is the time for peace!” He claimed that a full payload was dropped on the main nuclear site at Fordow, which has now been completely destroyed. All American aircraft are reportedly out of Iranian airspace and have returned safely.
Trump expressed pride in the operation, stating, “No other military in the world could have done this—only the U.S. military.” He added, “Now is the time to move toward peace, and I thank you for your interest. I also urge Iran to agree to a ceasefire immediately—otherwise, it will face further severe attacks.” Trump called the moment “historic” for the U.S., Israel, and the world. Shortly after his statement, Iran confirmed the attack.
The B-2 Spirit Bomber:
The B-2 Spirit is the world’s most advanced strategic stealth bomber, developed by Northrop Grumman for the U.S. Air Force. It can carry both nuclear and conventional weapons and is capable of penetrating heavily defended enemy areas thanks to its radar-evading stealth design. Its structure is built to evade radar, infrared, acoustic, and visual detection.
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It has an operational range of about 11,000 km without refueling and can carry 18,000 kg of armaments. Operated by two pilots, the B-2 flies at a speed of approximately 1,010 km/h and can reach altitudes of 50,000 feet, making it difficult to target even by advanced air defenses. Its stealth and high-altitude capabilities make it ideal for initiating surprise strikes on highly sensitive targets. Due to these advanced features, each unit costs a staggering $2 billion.
The B-2 made its first flight in 1989 and was officially inducted into the U.S. Air Force in 1997. Originally designed during the Cold War to penetrate Soviet air defenses, it now forms a core pillar of America’s nuclear triad. The bomber has been used in precision strikes in Afghanistan, Kosovo, Iraq, Libya, and Syria—and now, Iran. Its unmatched radar evasion makes it the go-to choice for high-risk missions.
The U.S. is the sole operator of the B-2; it has never been exported, and only 21 were ever built—two of which were lost in accidents. Only 19 remain in active service today. It remains one of the most lethal and revolutionary tools in modern aerial warfare.
The Deadliest Bomb—GBU-57:
The GBU-57, also known as the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), is a powerful American bomb designed specifically to destroy deeply buried targets like bunkers and nuclear facilities. It is the world’s largest non-nuclear bunker-busting weapon, weighing around 13,600 kg (30,000 lbs or 13 tons). It is 6.2 meters long and carries 2,400 kg of explosives. It can penetrate up to 60 meters of concrete or 40 meters of solid rock.
Equipped with GPS guidance, it strikes targets with extreme precision. Importantly, only the B-2 Spirit bomber is capable of carrying it. That’s why Israel needed U.S. assistance for the recent strikes on Iranian nuclear sites—as it does not possess the aircraft or this bomb. The U.S. developed the GBU-57 to destroy deeply fortified underground command and control centers or nuclear infrastructure—targets where ordinary bombs would fail.
The GBU-57 is a massive advancement over its predecessor, the GBU-28, and weighs even more than the MOAB (GBU-43/B), though the latter is used for surface explosions. The GBU-57 detonates underground and is unmatched in bunker-busting technology. It represents the most devastating non-nuclear capability in modern warfare. It had never been used in combat—until now. Sadly, Iran became its first real-world target after being tested multiple times.
Perhaps now Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize—at least in his own eyes.
