On June 22, 2025, US Secretary of Defense Hegseth announced the success of extensive airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, claiming three sites were obliterated. Iran's leadership condemned the strikes, warning of dire consequences and asserting their right to respond. The attacks included bunker-busting bombs and missiles, culminating in what was termed 'Operation Midnight Hammer.' This operation involved several military assets and was deemed the largest B-2 operational strike in US history. The European Union responded by convening a meeting to discuss international security threats stemming from a potentially nuclear-armed Iran.
US Secretary of Defense Hegseth characterized the recent airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities as an overwhelming success, asserting their effectiveness in targeting critical sites.
Iran's top diplomat indicated that the country would consider its reaction to the US attacks as a legitimate response, warning of severe ramifications for American actions.
Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Dan Caine, described 'Operation Midnight Hammer' as the largest B-2 operational strike, emphasizing its scale and impact on Iranian nuclear sites.
The EU expressed concerns over international security, mentioning they would hold a meeting to address the threat posed by Iran's potential nuclear weapon development in the aftermath of the strikes.
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