Amid Iran-Israel Military Tensions in the Middle East, U.S. Deploys B-2 Bombers to Pacific Island of Guam
Washington, June 21, 2025 —
Amid escalating military conflict between Iran and Israel in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump has yet to decide whether the United States will directly join the war. However, in a significant move, the U.S. military is deploying B-2 stealth bombers to the island of Guam, according to a report by Reuters.
Two U.S. officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said B-2 bombers were sent to Guam on Saturday. Although it remains unclear whether this deployment is directly tied to the Iran-Israel war, it is being viewed as a strategic move.
Capable of Carrying the ‘Massive Ordnance Penetrator’
The B-2 is one of the most powerful bombers in the world and is capable of carrying the 30,000-pound GBU-57 “Massive Ordnance Penetrator.” This bomb is specifically designed to target deep underground nuclear facilities, such as Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment site.
Experts believe this move signals that the U.S. is preparing for potential military engagement, though no official forward orders have been issued yet.
Diego Garcia: A Possible Next Destination
Military analysts are closely watching to see whether the B-2 bombers will move from Guam to Diego Garcia, a strategically crucial joint U.S.-UK military base in the middle of the Indian Ocean, ideal for operations in the Middle East.
The U.S. had B-2 bombers stationed there until last month before replacing them with B-52s. Now the potential redeployment of B-2s suggests the conflict may escalate further.
Latest Developments in the Israel-Iran Conflict
Israel has announced that a senior Iranian military commander was killed in one of its airstrikes. In response, Iran has declared that it will no longer engage in nuclear negotiations under the current threats.
Israel has long accused Iran of being on the verge of developing nuclear weapons, while Iran insists its nuclear program is entirely for peaceful purposes.
Trump’s Position: "Waiting to See if People Come to Their Senses"
President Trump has stated he will make a decision within the next two weeks on whether the U.S. will enter the conflict. “That’s enough time to see whether or not people come to their senses,” he said.
U.S. Military Readiness Increasing
Reuters also reports that the U.S. has begun deploying a significant number of tanker aircraft to Europe, along with additional fighter jets and military equipment to the Middle East.
Meanwhile, a U.S. aircraft carrier stationed in the Indo-Pacific is now heading toward the Middle East.
Analysts note that whether or not the U.S. joins the war directly, the country is positioning itself to deliver a swift and expansive military response if needed.
This tense situation has raised deep concern in the international community, as the fallout could go beyond the Middle East and impact global security.
