B-2 bombers carried 30,000-pound bunker buster bombs into Iran and launched them at its nuclear sites. (U.S. Air Force )
As of 2024, the U.S. had 19 B-2s in operation. It does not transfer custody of its B-2 stealth bombers to any of its allies.
"Iran, the leading state sponsor of terror, and one of America’s top enemies, can never have a nuclear weapon. That’s why I strongly supported our military actions earlier this month. Iran has killed scores of Americans, including our service members, and repeatedly attacked our key democratic ally, Israel. Israel must be able to defend herself against Iran, and ensure that Iran cannot rebuild its nuclear capabilities," Gottheimer said in a statement.
"This bill gives the President the authority to equip Israel with the tools and training they need to deter Tehran and make the world a safer place," said Lawler.
The International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Chair Rafael Grossi told Radio France Internationale the centrifuges at Iran’s underground Fordow nuclear site are "no longer operational," after the U.S. strikes.
EXPERTS GAUGE SUCCESS OF 'BUNKER BUSTER' BOMBS DROPPED BY US ON IRAN NUCLEAR SITES
A diagram showing how a bunker buster operates. The first bomb creates a path for the second bomb.
"It is clear that there has been severe damage, but it’s not total damage," Grossi added. "Iran has the capacities there; industrial and technological capacities. So if they so wish, they will be able to start doing this again."
Meanwhile, after a Houthi strike on Israel, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested the U.S. send B-2 bombers to Yemen to strike Houthi targets.
A diagram showing how a bunker buster operates. The second bomb explodes 200 feet beneath the ground. (Fox News)
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"We thought we were done with missiles coming to Israel, but Houthis just lit one up over us in Israel. Fortunately, Israel's incredible interception system means we go to the shelter & wait until all clear. Maybe those B2 bombers need to visit Yemen!"
B-2 bomber planes traveled to Yemen to strike Houthi targets in October 2024.
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