US military weighs use of ‘mother of all bombs’ in future Iran strikes, CNN reports

Exclusive: United States military is reportedly contemplating the use of the massive "mother of all bombs" against Iran, according to confidential sources familiar with the matter. The GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb, the largest non-nuclear bomb in the US arsenal, would mark a significant escalation in the conflict. This potential deployment, which could target Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, has been discussed in secret military planning circles.

However, there are concerns about the bomb's effectiveness in achieving President Donald Trump's stated strategic objectives. President Trump faces pressure to end the unpopular war, particularly as Republicans prepare for the midterm elections, which may result in political backlash. While military officials continue to provide the White House with strike options, doubts persist about whether a definitive strategy exists to end the war.

Trump has been vocal in his criticism of the conflict, acknowledging its unpopularity among Americans, but has not declared victory. He has also expressed doubts about some allies who advocate for withdrawing US troops, arguing that such a move would resemble defeat. The White House has been holding meetings to discuss various options for Iran, including the potential use of the MOAB prior to US troop withdrawal from the region.

While the bomb's effectiveness against Iran's nuclear facilities, particularly those believed to be fortified, is uncertain, it remains a viable option in the administration's arsenal.