US Considers Mother Of All Bombs Against Iran
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The military is planning for the potential use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) bomb — better known by its nickname, the “Mother Of All Bombs” — to target Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, according to the news outlet, which quoted officials familiar with the matter.
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The US military is considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb, also known as the 'mother of all bombs', against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Trump orders renewed combat operations.12
Military officials have raised doubts about the effectiveness of the 'mother of all bombs' in achieving strategic objectives, particularly its ability to destroy underground nuclear sites.13
President Trump is considering these plans ahead of November's midterm elections as his approval ratings are low due to the unpopular war and resulting economic issues such as fuel price rises.45
In an interview, President Trump stated that the US may need to target Pickaxe Mountain, a site linked to Iran's nuclear program, but ruled out using nuclear weapons in the conflict.6
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- US military weighs use of ‘mother of all bombs’ in future strikes on Iran: report New York Post, 15 Oct
- Trump considers using largest non-nuclear bomb against Iran as president faces pressure to end the war: report Daily Mail, 15 Oct
- U.S. considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs': report The Hindu, 16 Oct
- US considers hitting Iran with ‘Mother of All Bombs’: CNN The Straits Times, 15 Oct
- US considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs': report Dawn, 15 Oct
- Trump says US may need to strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain The Straits Times, 16 Oct
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President Donald Trump is considering unleashing America's most powerful non-nuclear bomb against Iran in a devastating new assault as pressure mounts to end the deeply unpopular war.
Trump is trying to boost his low approval ratings ahead of November’s midterm elections, with polls showing the unpopular war in Iran and fuel and other price rises it has caused are hurting his Republican Party.
Diplomatic efforts to end the conflict, which erupted with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, have been at an impasse since the summer.
The United States and Israel have said the war was necessary to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons – a goal Tehran has long denied pursuing.
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President Donald Trump told Newsmax that the United States may need to strike Pickaxe Mountain, an underground facility linked to Iran's nuclear program. During the interview on October 16, Trump emphasized his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons but stated he would not use a nuclear weapon in any conflict with Iran. He also noted there is no current plan for deploying U.S. ground troops in…
Trump says US may need to strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storyUS President Donald Trump predicted a quick end to tensions with Iran, stating that oil prices would drop significantly once the conflict concludes. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (likely referring to Ebrahim Raisi or another official, as the name seems incorrect) warned that military action cannot force Tehran into submission and accused the US of trying to provoke public unrest through economic…
Trump banking on ‘swift end’ of Iran war to bring down fuel prices →2 articles from Dawn on this storyWhite House sources indicate plans are being prepared to use the "mother of all bombs" against Iran. Additionally, CBS News reports that former Army Chief of Staff Randy George had previously expressed concern over a potential shortage in U.S. missile defenses before any conflict with Iran began. This article focuses on military planning and warnings regarding possible actions against Iran.
Pentagon may use "mother of all bombs" on Iran, sources say →2 articles from CBS News on this storyReuters reports that the US military is considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb, also known as the “mother of all bombs,” against Iranian targets such as energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Trump orders renewed combat operations. The report, based on information from US officials, indicates a potential escalation in the conflict but raises questions about the bomb’s…
US military weighs use of ‘mother of all bombs’ in future strikes on Iran: report →President Trump is reportedly considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, known as the "mother of all bombs," against Iran amid pressure to end ongoing military conflicts. The 21,600-pound weapon could be deployed against Iranian nuclear and energy targets, though officials question its effectiveness in achieving strategic objectives. Plans for potential strikes, including those discussed before…
Trump considers using largest non-nuclear bomb against Iran as president faces pressure to end the war: report →US military officials have devised plans to use the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb (MOAB), the largest non-nuclear weapon in the US arsenal, against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Trump authorizes it. According to CNN reports, discussions about striking Iran with MOABs or targeting nuclear facilities like Pickaxe Mountain have been ongoing as a means of escalating the conflict…
Trump threatens to drop ‘the mother of all bombs’ on Iran in major escalation →Show 3 more outlets
President Donald Trump discussed his intention to use the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), the largest nonnuclear bomb in the U.S. military's arsenal, against Iran. The proposed targets include Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities as a means to resolve the ongoing conflict that began seven months prior. Trump described the MOAB as having an impact "like a tiny nuclear bomb.".
‘Like a tiny nuclear bomb’: Trump details proposed heavy ordnance against Iran →CNN reported on October 15, 2026, that the U.S. is contemplating using its GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, known as the "Mother of All Bombs," against Iran if President Trump decides to escalate military action there. The potential targets are Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, though officials have questioned the weapon's effectiveness in destroying underground facilities. The report also…
U.S. considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs': report →President Trump told Newsmax that the United States might target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain facility to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The facility, located near Natanz, houses underground nuclear centrifuges and is thought to be buried under up to 600 meters of solid granite. Despite considering options like the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, Trump stated he would not use nuclear weapons…
'We'll knock it out fast': Trump may target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility →Analysis
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- 15 Oct
The military is planning for the potential use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) bomb — better known by its nickname, the “Mother Of All Bombs” — to target Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, according to the news outlet, which quoted officials familiar with the matter.
- 16 Oct
* Pickaxe Mountain is a fortified facility buried deep underground near one of Tehran's main nuclear sites.
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16 Oct 'We'll knock it out fast': Trump may target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facilityPresident Trump told Newsmax that the United States might target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain facility to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The facility, located near Natanz, houses underground nuclear centrifuges and is thought to be buried under up to 600 meters of solid granite. Despite considering options like the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, Trump stated he would not use nuclear weapons…Times of India16 Oct Trump says US may need to strike Iran's Pickaxe MountainPresident Donald Trump told Newsmax that the United States may need to strike Pickaxe Mountain, an underground facility linked to Iran's nuclear program. During the interview on October 16, Trump emphasized his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons but stated he would not use a nuclear weapon in any conflict with Iran. He also noted there is no current plan for deploying U.S. ground troops in…The Straits Times
16 Oct U.S. considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs': reportCNN reported on October 15, 2026, that the U.S. is contemplating using its GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, known as the "Mother of All Bombs," against Iran if President Trump decides to escalate military action there. The potential targets are Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, though officials have questioned the weapon's effectiveness in destroying underground facilities. The report also…The Hindu
16 Oct Trump banking on ‘swift end’ of Iran war to bring down fuel pricesUS President Donald Trump predicted a quick end to tensions with Iran, stating that oil prices would drop significantly once the conflict concludes. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (likely referring to Ebrahim Raisi or another official, as the name seems incorrect) warned that military action cannot force Tehran into submission and accused the US of trying to provoke public unrest through economic…Dawn
16 Oct ‘Like a tiny nuclear bomb’: Trump details proposed heavy ordnance against IranPresident Donald Trump discussed his intention to use the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), the largest nonnuclear bomb in the U.S. military's arsenal, against Iran. The proposed targets include Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities as a means to resolve the ongoing conflict that began seven months prior. Trump described the MOAB as having an impact "like a tiny nuclear bomb.".Washington Examiner
15 Oct Pentagon may use "mother of all bombs" on Iran, sources sayWhite House sources indicate plans are being prepared to use the "mother of all bombs" against Iran. Additionally, CBS News reports that former Army Chief of Staff Randy George had previously expressed concern over a potential shortage in U.S. missile defenses before any conflict with Iran began. This article focuses on military planning and warnings regarding possible actions against Iran.CBS News
15 Oct White House prepares plans to use "mother of all bombs" on IranThe White House and Pentagon have developed plans to use the Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb (MOAB) against military targets in Iran if directed by President Trump, according to CBS News sources. A Pentagon official confirmed that the department prepares for various operational scenarios but did not specify details about the MOAB plan. Last week, Mr. Trump stated that the U.S. would refrain from attacking Iran…CBS News15 Oct Trump threatens to drop ‘the mother of all bombs’ on Iran in major escalationUS military officials have devised plans to use the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb (MOAB), the largest non-nuclear weapon in the US arsenal, against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Trump authorizes it. According to CNN reports, discussions about striking Iran with MOABs or targeting nuclear facilities like Pickaxe Mountain have been ongoing as a means of escalating the conflict…The Independent
15 Oct US considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs': reportCNN reports that the U.S. is contemplating using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) bomb against Iran if President Trump decides to escalate military action there. The bomb, also known as the "Mother Of All Bombs," could target Iranian energy and nuclear sites. However, officials doubt its effectiveness in destroying underground facilities, and there are concerns about civilian casualties. Washington has…Dawn15 Oct US considers hitting Iran with ‘Mother of All Bombs’: CNNCNN reports that the United States is considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), known as the "Mother Of All Bombs," against Iran if President Trump decides to escalate military action there. The bomb would potentially target Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, though officials question its effectiveness in destroying underground facilities. Washington has recently focused on…The Straits Times
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15 Oct Trump considers using largest non-nuclear bomb against Iran as president faces pressure to end the war: reportPresident Trump is reportedly considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, known as the "mother of all bombs," against Iran amid pressure to end ongoing military conflicts. The 21,600-pound weapon could be deployed against Iranian nuclear and energy targets, though officials question its effectiveness in achieving strategic objectives. Plans for potential strikes, including those discussed before…Daily Mail
15 Oct US military weighs use of ‘mother of all bombs’ in future strikes on Iran: reportReuters reports that the US military is considering using the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb, also known as the “mother of all bombs,” against Iranian targets such as energy infrastructure and nuclear sites if President Trump orders renewed combat operations. The report, based on information from US officials, indicates a potential escalation in the conflict but raises questions about the bomb’s…New York Post
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