US Considers Deployment of 'Mother of All Bombs' Against Iran
The United States is considering the use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) against Iran. The MOAB, which explodes before impact and generates a massive pressure wave, is seen as a significant escalation of the conflict. The report was cited by CNN and published by Pajhwok Afghan News on October 15, 2026.
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The United States, in the context of preparing new attacks against Iran, is also considering the deployment of so-called 'Mother of All Bombs,' that is, the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB). It explodes even before impact and generates an enormous pressure wave. This was reported by the American station CNN, noting that this would represent a significant escalation of the conflict.
US considering use of ‘mother of all bombs’ against Iran Pajhwok Afghan News