Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Pentagon Shows Footage of US Strikes on Iran, Calls it a 'Success'
The Pentagon showed videos of how the US military struck Iranian nuclear sites using special, deep-digging bombs.
Officials, including Secretary Hegseth and General Caine, said the attacks were very successful, contrary to some reports.
They shared details about the planning and execution of the strikes, with an emphasis on how the bombs work underground.
The strikes hit facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Pentagon released video of the US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine described the attacks in detail.
They refuted reports of limited damage, emphasizing the effectiveness of bunker-buster bombs.
Gen. Caine shared test footage, highlighting the bombs' design for underground impact.
Officials discussed the targeted sites of Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
- Who
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Gen. Dan Caine, and President Donald Trump.
- What
- US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and their effectiveness.
- When
- During a news conference on Thursday.
- Where
- The Pentagon discussed strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
- Why
- To provide details and footage on the planning, execution, and impact of the US strikes, countering reports of limited damage.
Media Reports
Pentagon Officials
Assessment of Strike Effectiveness
Media Reports
Reports that the attacks caused limited damage to the Iranian nuclear facilities.
Pentagon Officials
Pentagon's assessment of 'obliterating' damage; claims of successful strikes.
- Key Figures
- Pete Hegseth, Gen. Dan Caine, Donald Trump
- Event
- US Strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities
- Bomb Type
- Bunker-buster bombs
- Targeted Sites
- Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan
- Bomb Details
- 12 bombs used at Fordow, penetrator bombs used at Natanz, one missile at Isfahan
Sources
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"Have Chills Talking About..." Pentagon Shows Footage To Prove US Strikes On Iran A 'Success'
