US Lawmakers Propose Authorising Transfer Of B-2 Spirit Stealth Bombers And Bunker Buster Bombs To Israel

Friday July 04, 2025

By Idorenyin UMOREN
With inputs from agency reports

A bipartisan group of the United States, US lawmakers has introduced a bill to authorise President Donald Trump to transfer advanced B-2 Spirit stealth bombers and 30,000-pound “bunker buster” bombs to Israel, should Iran be found continuing nuclear weapons development. The proposal follows recent US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Fox NEWS reported.

The Bunker Buster Act, presented by Representatives Josh Gottheimer (Democrat, New Jersey) and Mike Lawler (Republican, New York), would permit the President to “take actions to ensure Israel is prepared for all contingencies if Iran seeks to develop a nuclear weapon.” The legislation is designed to bolster Israel’s capabilities in the event of renewed nuclear activity by Tehran, according to Defence Industry Europe.

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Earlier this month, B-2 Spirit stealth bomber pilots launched 14 bunker buster bombs targeting Iran’s three primary nuclear sites. President Trump claimed the strikes “totally obliterated” Iran’s nuclear programme.

While Israel conducted its own operations, striking multiple Iranian sites and targeting senior military officials, it lacks the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators used by the US. These 30,000-pound precision-guided bombs can penetrate up to 200 feet into fortified targets before detonation.

The United States currently has 19 B-2 Spirit stealth bombers in active service and has never transferred custody of these aircraft to any allies. The proposed bill would mark a significant shift in longstanding policy.

“Iran, the leading state sponsor of terror, and one of America’s top enemies, can never have a nuclear weapon,” said Gottheimer. “That’s why I strongly supported our military actions earlier this month. Iran has killed scores of Americans, including our service members, and repeatedly attacked our key democratic ally, Israel. Israel must be able to defend herself against Iran, and ensure that Iran cannot rebuild its nuclear capabilities.”

“This bill gives the President the authority to equip Israel with the tools and training they need to deter Tehran and make the world a safer place,” Lawler added.