Pentagon shares details behind ‘highly classified’ strike on Iran and how stealth bombers traveled ‘without the world knowing’
ArchiveFirst published June 22, 2025. It may not reflect later developments.
In a high-stakes move, the US bombed three of Iran’s major nuclear sites in an operation dubbed “Midnight Hammer.” President Trump praised it as a “very successful attack” that “completely and totally obliterated” key enrichment facilities. Iran confirmed the strikes but dismissed reports of major damage and warned of “everlasting consequences.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said stealth bombers flew undetected for an 18-hour mission, supported by over 125 aircraft, decoys, and a missile submarine. The plan used clever deception, sending decoy planes west to mislead Iran’s radar while the real strike team closed in.
General Dan Caine explained that bombers dropped 14 massive “bunker buster” bombs and fired 75 precision weapons at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Tomahawk missiles hit additional targets, ensuring surprise until the final moments.
While the Pentagon boasts a flawless strike, videos on social media showed people spotting the bombers, raising doubts about their stealth. With Iran vowing retaliation, global tensions over the operation remain dangerously high.
