US Deploys B-52 Bombers To Middle East Amid Escalating Tensions With Iran

Tehran: The United States has deployed B-52 bombers to the Middle East as a show of military might and a warning to Iran, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. According to reports, the bombers are being kept ready as a military option in case diplomacy with Iran fails.

The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic jet-powered bomber capable of carrying up to 32,000 kilograms of weaponry. With a combat range of 14,200 km without refuelling, it serves as a powerful symbol of American military might. The deployment of these bombers to the Middle East is a clear message to Iran that the US is prepared to take decisive action if necessary.

Iran has slammed the US deployment of B-52 bombers as "destabilising" and vowed a "tooth-breaking" response to ongoing Israeli military actions. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has promised a severe reaction to any further aggression.

US Knows Supreme Leader's Hiding Spot: Trump

In the meantime, US President Donald Trump has sent a stern warning to Iran, stating that the United States now has "complete and total control of the skies over Iran." In a post on his social media platform 'Truth Social', Trump stated the superiority of American military technology, saying, "Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it, but it doesn't compare to American-made, conceived, and manufactured 'stuff.' Nobody does it better than the good ol' USA."

He also claimed that the US knows exactly where Iran's Supreme Leader is hiding, stating, "We know exactly where the so-called 'Supreme Leader' is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there - We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now." However, Trump warned that the US will not tolerate missile attacks on civilians or American soldiers, saying, "Our patience is wearing thin."

The US President's remarks come amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Israel has launched a series of airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear targets, prompting retaliatory attacks from Tehran. Trump has been vocal in his support for Israel, asserting that Iran cannot be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.

Earlier, speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump explained the need for a "real end" to the conflict, arguing it's better than a ceasefire. He also suggested that giving up entirely on negotiating is a possibility, saying, "An end, a real end, not a ceasefire. An end. Or giving entirely. That's OK, too." Trump stressed that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, stating, "It's very simple -- you don't have to go too deep into it. They just can't have a nuclear weapon."

Donald Trump expected the next 48 hours will reveal more about whether Israel plans to slow down or accelerate its attacks on Iran. "You're going to find out. Nobody's slowed up so far," Trump said. 

Further details are awaited.