USAF Reveals F-35 Mission Details Inside Iran: Operation Midnight Hammer

The US Air Force has released unprecedented operational details about an F-35A deployment that escorted B-2 Spirit bombers deep into Iranian airspace during June 2025’s Operation Midnight Hammer. The 34th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, composed of active-duty and Reserve pilots from Hill Air Force Base, penetrated enemy defenses to suppress air-defense systems before bomber strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The rare public account demonstrates advanced coordination between stealth aircraft, tanker crews, and supporting forces, showcasing F-35 capabilities in contested airspace while highlighting crew professionalism under extreme operational pressure.