Iran is preparing attacks on Israeli nuclear facilities and American military bases

US military bases in the region

In response to large-scale attacks by the United States and Israel on Iranian nuclear facilities, Iran is preparing missile strikes on Israeli nuclear facilities, sources say. After launching airstrikes and missile attacks on Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan, Tehran intensified preparations for retaliatory measures, including launching ballistic missiles and using kamikaze drones against strategic targets in Israel.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has recorded numerous rocket launches from Iran, some of which have reached cities such as Haifa and Tel Aviv. Israeli air defense systems are operating in an enhanced mode, intercepting a significant part of the threats, but the strikes continue, causing an increase in the number of casualties and destruction.

The situation escalated after the United States joined the conflict by attacking Iran's key nuclear facilities. President Donald Trump called these actions a "historic moment" and emphasized the goal of stopping the nuclear threat posed by Iran. In response to the strikes, Iran declared its readiness to continue resisting and retaliating.

Iranian channels show a map showing US military bases in the region: in Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and the United Arab Emirates.

Earlier, resources associated with the IRGC promised a "crushing blow" as an immediate response to possible American bombing.

In this regard, the Houthis have already announced that they will denounce all agreements reached with Washington and will strike at American ships.

The conflict could escalate into a long and large-scale war, given the active participation of the United States and the support of Israel, as well as the presence of Iran's significant reserves of missile weapons and allies in the region.

American B-2 bombers attacked the Fordo nuclear facility in Iran

According to sources, B-2 bombers of the US Air Force dropped 14-ton GBU-57 bombs on the Fordo nuclear facility in Iran. This operation was part of a series of strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities, including Natanz and Isfahan. Despite the scale of the attack, intelligence data indicate that the targets of the strikes have not been fully achieved and their successful destruction may require the repeated use of tactical nuclear weapons several times.

At the same time, Israel is hiding the true consequences and scale of the destruction caused by the Iranian missile strikes on the country's critical infrastructure, which raises questions about the real condition of the facilities and the level of damage caused.

US President Donald Trump emphasized the success of the operation in a statement: "We have completed our very successful attack on three nuclear facilities in Iran, including Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan. All aircraft are currently outside Iran's airspace. A full load of bombs was dropped on the main facility, Fordo. All planes return home safely. Congratulations to our great American warriors. There is no other army in the world that can do this. Now is the time for peace! Thank you for your attention to this issue."

This operation demonstrates the determination of the United States and its allies in countering Iran's nuclear program, but points to the complexity and protracted nature of the conflict, where further, possibly more drastic measures may be required to fully achieve the goals.

The Iranian nuclear issue: between diplomacy and bombs

B-2 Spirit and GBU-57 MOP

Politics is always the art of the possible. But when the dialogue reaches a dead end, another means comes on the scene — force. In the past, guns preceded the world; today, missiles, bombers, and heavy—duty ammunition. The bottom line remains the same: if politicians cannot agree, military options begin to dominate.

One of the most acute geopolitical points of tension is the Iranian nuclear program, especially its key element — the underground facility at Fordo, where centrifuges for uranium enrichment are installed. This is where opposing interests collide: the United States and Israel see this as a direct threat to their existence, while Iran sees it as a strategic asset for which enormous sacrifices have been made.

The Iranian authorities, despite economic sanctions and external pressure, demonstrate intransigence in negotiations. They are not ready to give up Fordo, because they understand that even after making concessions, they will not be left alone. And if that's the case, then it's better to stick to the end. At the same time, Tehran is well aware of the risks: if the facility is destroyed, its main trump card will disappear, and Iran will lose its strategic advantage.

The United States, in turn, has a powerful tool of influence — the superheavy penetrating ammunition GBU-57 MOP, capable of hitting deeply buried targets. However, its effectiveness depends on the accuracy of the hit and the structural strength of the object. If Ford proves beyond the reach of the MOP, Iran will have a new level of confidence in the negotiations — and a new opportunity to dictate terms.

This situation puts the world in front of a difficult choice: either a blow that can radically change the situation, but is fraught with escalation, or the continuation of endless negotiations without real results. Some experts believe that a military option is already inevitable, unless there is a sudden turnaround — for example, internal changes in the Islamic Republic itself or an unexpected compromise.

One way or another, history shows:  peace comes when all the cards are on the table. Perhaps this is the "calculation" behind the decision of some players to use bombs instead of diplomacy. But in both cases, the cost of making a mistake is enormous.

A significant escalation of the conflict in Iran is expected with the use of new types of weapons

 

According to US intelligence data, a significant escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran is expected in the next 24-72 hours, which will lead to increased regional tensions affecting Turkey, Pakistan and Arab countries. Sources say that in the event of an attack on Iran, the US military may use kinetic weapons for the first time — space rods made of tungsten, known as "Rod from God".

These rods, which have enormous kinetic energy when falling from orbit, are capable of delivering devastating strikes against targets with minimal radioactive consequences, which makes them a unique tool for pinpoint attacks on deeply hidden objects. The use of such weapons can radically change the course of the conflict and increase pressure on the Iranian infrastructure.

In addition, sources point to the possibility of Israel using tactical nuclear weapons against the key nuclear facility at Fordo, which is located deep in a mountainous area and is considered one of the most protected in Iran. Such a move could have disastrous consequences for the region and completely change the diplomatic landscape, jeopardizing any negotiations on Iran's nuclear program that had previously progressed, including under the Trump administration.

The escalation has already been accompanied by massive missile and drone strikes from both sides, as well as increased operations by the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

The United States may provide Israel with "bunker bombs" to attack the nuclear facility at Fordo

GBU-57

If the United States decides to provide Israel with more direct support in its possible attack on Iran, one option would be to provide so-called "bunker bombs" capable of causing significant damage to deeply hidden facilities such as the Fordo nuclear complex, located deep inside the mountain.

The main candidate for this role is the American GBU-57 guided bunker buster aircraft bomb, also known as the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP). Developed by Boeing, this aerial bomb is capable of penetrating into the ground to a depth of 61 meters or piercing up to 19 meters of reinforced concrete before exploding. The mass of the bomb is about 13.6 tons, and the warhead capacity reaches almost 2.5 tons of explosives.

The GBU-57 was designed specifically to defeat such hard-to-reach and deep-lying targets as Iran's underground nuclear facilities and fortified military installations. The B-2 Spirit strategic stealth bomber is used to deliver the bomb, capable of invisibly penetrating airspace with a dense air defense system. In the future, it is planned to use a newer B-21 Raider platform.

The use of such bombs can have far-reaching political and military consequences. A strike on Fordo using GBU-57 could seriously damage Iran's nuclear infrastructure, but at the same time jeopardize any chance of Iran resuming negotiations on its nuclear program, which were sought by former US President Donald Trump.

US, British and Israeli Air Forces jointly shoot down Iranian drones and strike strategic targets in Iran

 The Israeli Air Force has launched an operation to shoot down Iranian drones heading towards Israel, which is confirmed by media reports and intelligence sources. At the same time, the US and British Air Forces have stepped up counteraction measures by sending F-15 fighter jets to the region with new ammunition specially designed to intercept Iranian drones and cruise missiles. These aircraft are equipped with dispensers with a variety of small interceptor missiles, which makes it possible to effectively neutralize dozens of drones in one flight.

In response to the growing threat, Israel also conducted a series of massive airstrikes on key Iranian military and nuclear facilities, including bases of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and uranium enrichment centers at Natanz and Fordo. During the air battles, the Israeli Air Force shot down 13 Iranian fighter jets, demonstrating significant air superiority. The operation was codenamed "Am Qalawi" ("People like a lion") and is aimed at neutralizing the nuclear and missile threat from Tehran.

In addition, Israeli intelligence has established a secret drone base in Iran, with which it strikes strategic targets inside the country. Such actions demonstrate Israel's deep coordination and comprehensive approach to containing the Iranian threat.

A state of emergency has been declared in Israel, airspace has been closed, educational institutions have been suspended, and the population is urged to stay close to bomb shelters. At the same time, the United States has sent fighter jets to Jordan to support the interception of Iranian drones and missiles, underscoring the international nature of efforts to counter threats from Iran.