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US weighs MOAB use against Iran if new attacks occur

US officials are reportedly considering deploying the GBU-43/B MOAB, a 9.8-ton GPS-guided conventional bomb, in response to potential future attacks on Iran. This signals a possible escalation in US military posture, though no decision has been confirmed. The move would mark a significant shift in conventional strike options against Iranian targets.

SME2 days agoUS, IRCredibility 30%View source

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Mosaic Score6.5
Model confidence0.3
Significance0.8
Source credibility0.3

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#military#iran#us#moab#escalation#conventional-weapons

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