The Imminent Bombing of Iran

US Air Force from USAPublic domainRefueling a B-52 Stratofortress (13878451024).jpg Copy On May 5, 2026, American B‑52 Stratofortress bombers took off from a U.S. military base in the United Kingdom. They are heading toward the Middle East amid escalating tensions in the region. The bombers are reportedly within striking distance of Iran. Refuelers are airborne. Yesterday, Iran called for war. Six IRGC gunboats were blown away, then the Iranians sent four missiles to the United Arab Emirates. All were intercepted. Finally, Iran sent a drone that hit an oil facility on the western coast of the UAE despite the ceasefire, setting it ablaze. Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz under Iranian fire Monday as the vessels came under a barrage of small boats, missiles and drones,