What Was Operation Midnight Hammer? A Bold U.S. Strike on Iran’s Nuclear Sites

the United States started a high-wager military campaign called Operation Midnight Hammer, targeting the three most important atomic features: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. It marked a significant increase in American partnership in the Middle East, especially in Iran-Israel War, which became intense in June 2025. With more than 125 planes and a sophisticated deception strategy, including seven B-Spirit stealth bombers, the purpose of this operation was to reduce Iran's nuclear ambitions. Depending on the latest details of the military officers, put an inner look at it.

U.S. B-2 bombers strike Iran’s nuclear sites in darkness.

A Carefully Planned Deception to Outsmart Iran

The operation was started with a clever move to keep Iran's security unbalanced. President of Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine revealed during the Pentagon briefing that a group of B-2 bombers was sent as a temptation on the Pacific Ocean. About this twist only knew some selected planners in Washington and Tampa, thereby ensuring strategic surprises. Meanwhile, the main attacker force - seven B-2 spirit bomber, each of which had two pilots - in Missouri, the Whiteman Air Force Base flew to the east side of the 18-hour mission, so that he could not know.

This deception got an opportunity to start Iran to start Iran, Ken said that the missile system and fighter aircraft that failed to stop aircraft in the air. The privacy and accuracy of the operation was important for its execution, which led to the ability to attack without any identity in the US Army's hostile field.

Unleashing the Power of Bunker-Buster Bombs

There were GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) bombs in the center of operation, which are also known as Bunker-Buster, which are designed to pierce deeply buried goals such as Iran's nuclear facilities. Was gone. These 30,000 pounds (13,608 kilograms) bombs, which can only take B-2 bomber, were used for the first time in the war against Iran. A total of 14 MOP was dropped, 12 out of which targeted heavy fort banks - which was climbed in depth of 300 feet under a mountain - and targeted two Natanz.

Fordow is the strongest nuclear site of Iran, located in the south of Tehran, which is designed to face traditional attacks. MOP capable of penetrating 200 feet of concrete or earth was selected to target the Uranium Promotion Plant, the cornerstone of Iran's nuclear program. Another major promotion site, Antang was also attacked to disrupt the capacity of Iran's weapon-grade uranium production.

Tomahawk Missiles Strike Isfahan

When B-2 focused on Fordow and Natanz, an American submarine has more than two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles at Isfahan nuclear site, which is an important research center. These missiles attacked the major superficial infrastructure, which ensured that the element of surprise in the campaign was made. General Ken emphasized that Tomahawks was given time to attack at the end, which made the privacy and effectiveness of the mission.

Combination of MOP and Tomahawks - Part of the total 75 precise guided weapons - demonstrated the tremendous firepower of America. On June 21, 2025, at 6:40 pm, the attacks made between 7:05 am, only in 25 minutes, in which all American aircraft went out of the Iranian airfield without any incident.

Why Target These Nuclear Sites

Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan are central to Iran's nuclear program. Fordo's underground uranium culture plant is important for the production of high-grade uranium, which is probably for nuclear weapons. Natanz, who have previously been damaged by Israeli attacks, is the main promotion of Iran, which is capable of enriching uranium to the level of arms. Isfahan hosts a major research base, which supports Iran's comprehensive nuclear ambitions.

President Donald Trump declares attacks on Truth Social, claiming that sites were "completely destroyed" for the purpose of preventing Iran's nuclear danger. However, Iranian officials, including the nuclear energy organization, underestimated the loss, said that 48 hours ago, the highly rich uranium was removed from Fordo and there was no radioactive contamination. Satellite Imagery showed superficial damage to Fordo, but analysts suggest that its underground structures can be partially turned on.

A Historic Mission with Global Implications

Operation Midnight Hammer was a historic demonstration of American military skills, which included the longest B-2 Mission and GBU-57 MOP's first battle usage since 2001. Defense Secretary Pete Hagsith said it "Big Success", claimed that Iran's nuclear program has been "ruined". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhu praised the attacks, "said the" history changing "moment, which reflects the dependence on Israeli American firepower to target Fordo, which could not distinguish his arsenal.

Still, this campaign has given birth to the dispute. Iran condemned the attacks, "Barbar Violation" of International Law and vowed Vengeance, the officials suggested to attack the missile on American bases or close the Hormuz Strait. Some American Democrats like Senator Tim Cain and criticized the unconstitutional of this step and argued that this is the risk of dragging America in a wider war. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghi warned "infinite results", while countries like the United Nations and Venezuela condemned the growing stress.

The attacks have pushed America directly in Iran-Israel conflict, which started to be intense with the Israeli attacks at Iranian places on June 13, 2025. Iran responded with missile attacks on Tel Aviv and Haifa, in which at least 10 people were injured in Israel. The long-term effect of operation on Iran's nuclear program is still unclear, because the assessment of full damage is pending. While Trump called for peace, warned of "very large" attacks in the future, the ability of Iran's flexibility and counter-action - possibly targeting American bases or properties - increases the possibility of a comprehensive conflict.

Operation Midnight Hammer demonstrated unmatched American military accuracy, but already deepened stress in the unstable field. When the world is keeping an eye on the next step of Iran, the path of diplomacy is more visible than ever.