22.06.2025 15:30
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated regarding the attack on Iran, "We received the order for the attack from Commander-in-Chief Trump; Iran's nuclear program has been destroyed." U.S. Chief of Staff Caine, detailing the operations, said, "We used 7 B-2 bombers along with 4th and 5th generation fighter jets in the attack on Iran. The aircraft reached the target area in 18 hours. The air defense systems did not detect us."
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The Israel-Iran war continues on its 10th day with mutual attacks, while the US has officially and actively joined the war for the first time.
The US military struck Iran's Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities at midnight. In statements following the attack, US President Donald Trump said, "Fordo is no more. The US attack on Iran is a historic moment for the US, Israel, and the world. Iran must now agree to end this war."
"IRAN'S NUCLEAR PROGRAM HAS BEEN DESTROYED"
While the US attack has caused global concern, detailed explanations regarding the attack came from the Pentagon today. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, speaking in front of cameras, stated, "We received the order for the attack from Commander-in-Chief Trump; Iran's nuclear program has been destroyed."
During a press conference, Hegseth explained that the purpose of the attacks carried out yesterday was to eliminate or significantly damage Iran's nuclear program. He emphasized, "We have obliterated Iran's nuclear program. However, it should be noted that the operation did not target Iranian soldiers or the Iranian people." The Pentagon chief stated that Iran's nuclear ambitions have been eradicated. Hegseth remarked, "When the President (Trump) speaks, the world should listen," adding that Trump wants peace, and Iran should choose this path."
"THE US'S DETERRENT POWER HAS RETURNED"
Hegseth suggested that Trump planned a bold and clever operation, stating, "The operation demonstrated that the US's deterrent power has returned. No other country in the world could carry out such an operation. The order we received from our Commander-in-Chief was a strong one. Throughout Trump's time in office, he has said, 'Iran must not have nuclear weapons.'
"FOR THE FIRST TIME, BUNKER BUSTER BOMBS WERE USED"
Thanks to President Trump's leadership, we have eliminated Iran's nuclear ambitions. Many presidents have dreamed of ending Iran's nuclear activities, but none have succeeded. It required months and weeks of planning and positioning. The operation was carried out with the highest level of operational security under the President's order. The world was not even aware of it. In this sense, it is a significant achievement. The attack marked the first use of the MOP bomb (bunker buster bomb). I also want to congratulate our Commander-in-Chief. He managed the operation very effectively. The operation was named 'Midnight Striker.'
THE CHIEF OF STAFF EXPLAINED THE DETAILS OF THE OPERATION
Following Secretary of Defense Hegseth, Chief of Staff Dan Caine explained the details of the operation. Caine stated, "On the night between Friday and Saturday, B-2 aircraft went to the Pacific to maintain and conceal tactical positioning. With the success of the deception operation, they proceeded to the operation with an 18-hour flight and minimal communication. As President Trump mentioned last night, other aircraft also struck their targets, and a total of 14 bombs were dropped on two target areas. All of Iran's nuclear infrastructure targets reached Isfahan at 02:10 Iranian time, establishing a surprise and shock effect throughout the operation.
"THE SECOND LONGEST OPERATION AFTER 9/11"
We executed a flawless surprise. A total of 75 munitions were used, including bunker busters. In addition to B-2 stealth bombers, a total of 125 American aircraft, as well as submarines, destroyers, and hundreds of personnel participated in the operation. It was the largest B-2 strike mission in American history and the first MOP bomb mission. It has been the second longest operation after the 9/11 operation. As the President said, no army in the world could accomplish this."
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