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Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Oakenshield: 5:07pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
😂😂😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Oakenshield: 5:08pm On Jun 22, 2025
Penguin2:
Fun fact is that the Nuclear Weapon that everyone is struggling to have now was introduced by the US during the Second World War.

Now, every country is struggling to get
yes because they world didn't really understand its destructive capabilities,hence it can't be used again in any war. Russia with their mouth can talk but wouldn't use it
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by kkonyeji(m): 5:10pm On Jun 22, 2025
Empresa:
Continue consoling yourself. Where were Iran's defense system when Isreal came and destroyed it's air defense system? Say what you know?
Are you minding the Dulllllaaaaaarrrrd?



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Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Bwanasaraw: 5:11pm On Jun 22, 2025
The jet is designed primarily to drop heavy nuclear bomb at far distance behind enemy lines without being noticed. The GBU bomb is just a recent addition
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Barteze: 5:23pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
Their mission was accomplished (destroying nuclear site). They didn't set out to bomb just anywhere they had a target in mind and they achieved it. QED.
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by 004gist: 5:29pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
Terrorists like iran

I don't care if am ban
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Chucks13: 5:32pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
I just dey laughed you this guy. You are here doing Iranian marketing and Ayatollab has ran to underground bunk like a rat living inside ghe soil.

Uou eyes go clear soon
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Huffington: 5:32pm On Jun 22, 2025
RandomFellow:
The fact that it is stealth makes it an enemy you don't want to encounter.
THE U.K is now an Islamic Republic and so selling it to them will mean it will likely get into the hands of terrorists.
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by joshuaidibia(m): 5:42pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
Nothing happened cos the Americans KNEW that facility was empty. According to reports on CNN and Aljazera this morning, the Iranians received warning from USA to evacuate. That operation was meant to be without any casualties. Heaven will fall is that bird is loaded with nuclear warheads. Keep saying what you don't know
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by id4sho(m): 5:44pm On Jun 22, 2025
Richcreed:
Unfortunately,they didnt do their recent assignment properly
60m is max depth for one GBU-57 in low density rock.
Fordow is at least 90m under GRANITE, one of the hardest of all rocks.
Those holes are spread out = they didn't go on top of eachother = they did not penetrate.
Each one is only 20-30% more and this reduces to 0 by the 4th one.
3 holes in one area = no penetration.
Fordow is fine.
Trump is a retard and has no idea of physics and geopolitics, except for what his jew masters tell him.
Says a geophysicst from akanbi land, dey play na 🤷. Fear and terror has in been instilled in Ayotoallah khameni, za play.
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Cheapgadget(m): 5:52pm On Jun 22, 2025
Hier:
Do you know what supersonic means at all
Go and sleep, there is not super Sonic there
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Nodogragra4me(m): 5:53pm On Jun 22, 2025
saraki2019:
So the West wants us to stand in awe—again. They parade the B-2 Spirit like a ghost from a Cold War museum, calling it “the world’s most advanced bomber,” whispering about stealth like it’s magic dust, and reminding us it costs a mind-melting $2 billion per plane.
But let’s step back from the polished propaganda.
Because if the B-2 is America’s ultimate weapon, then the empire has already lost.

Iran’s Missiles Shatter the Myth of Untouchable Israel
The world watched in disbelief as 25 Iranian missiles lit up the night skies over Tel Aviv, Haifa, and central Israel. The images were shocking—but more shocking was the context.
These strikes came just hours after the United States, once again playing global policeman, launched a provocative and illegal airstrike against Iranian nuclear sites—an act of war disguised as “preemptive defense.” The Western media called it “deterrence.”
But Iran? Iran called it what it was: a declaration of war.
And then Iran responded. Swiftly. Strategically. Without hesitation.

💣 The Empire Struck First—And Got Struck Back
Let’s be clear: this was not an unprovoked attack. The missiles launched at Israel were not acts of terrorism—they were acts of resistance. For too long, the U.S. and Israel have acted with impunity, launching attacks, sabotaging infrastructure, and assassinating scientists on Iranian soil.
Iran has shown restraint. But when the U.S. brazenly bombed sovereign territory under the guise of “stopping enrichment,” the gloves came off.
And the message was loud:
“If you strike Iran, nowhere is safe. Not Tel Aviv. Not Haifa. Not your bunkers. Not your illusions.”

🧠 Israel's False Security Exposed

Despite boasting the world’s most expensive air defense system—Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and U.S. satellite integration—missiles still found their way into residential areas. Direct hits in Tel Aviv. A missile landing in Haifa without even triggering sirens.
Why?
Because Iran has cracked the playbook. These weren't random rockets from a rebel group. These were precision-guided tools of psychological and symbolic warfare. Iran didn’t aim to destroy Israel. It aimed to destroy the myth:
That Israel is protected.
That America can shield it.
That Iran will stay silent forever.

🧨 The Real Fear of the West
Here’s the conspiracy no one in Washington wants to admit: The U.S. and Israel fear Iran not because of nuclear weapons—but because of defiance. Iran dares to stand tall in a region where others have bowed.
• Iraq was invaded.
• Libya was destroyed.
• Syria was destabilized.
• But Iran? Still standing. Still launching.
And now, Iran has proved what few dared imagine: It can reach deep into Israeli territory—even under maximum U.S. surveillance.
That is what terrifies them.

⚖️ A New Era of Accountability
For decades, the West wrote the rules of war. They decided who was a “terrorist” and who was “defending democracy.” But with these missile strikes, Iran flipped the script. It declared that aggression will no longer go unanswered, and that even the empire will bleed.
So while the media sheds crocodile tears over damage in Tel Aviv, remember what triggered this moment: American aggression. Israeli arrogance. And Iranian resolve.
This is not just a regional clash.
This is the beginning of the end of Western military immunity.
And Iran has fired the first real warning shot.
This is too sentencious for a country that will be crushed and reduced to same level as Lebanon in due time. Haba
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Impliment: 6:02pm On Jun 22, 2025
Spectators:
https://spectatorsng.com/whats-the-b-2-warplane-its-cost-and-why-america-wont-sell-it/
Nigeria is still celebrating defections, commissioning of disjointed lagos - Calabar coastal highway, renaming rapidly institutions in Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu's name, etc while some meaningful countries are advancing hitec that dazzles the world. The other day, the filled a stadium in Uyo celebrating what I don't know and Akpabio is telling those who care to listen that they whole South south or Akwa ibom will defect to APC soon as of it's an achievement.
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by kingsavage: 6:32pm On Jun 22, 2025
America with hype. grin
Naso them hype F-35
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by OBIDIENTNAIJA: 6:37pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
Salty tears all over since yesterday. Hahaahahahohohoho. I think you have to join the Iranian military to retaliate. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. Death to all terrorists and their sympathizers 😜😜😜😜😜
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Emeskhalifa(m): 6:45pm On Jun 22, 2025
CodeTemplarr:
have they bombed Russia or China? Islamic terrorist.
And you think if these guys you mentioned weren't have nukes, America wouldn't have tried it? FAFO

It is why Iran wants to get her own nukes so no one can bully her.

As small as NK is, since they laid their hands on nukes, u see America near them again?
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Indispensable85(m): 7:00pm On Jun 22, 2025
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by AGROnProperties(f): 7:04pm On Jun 22, 2025
obicoolnino:
Best fighter plane ever built in the world. It currently doesn't have competition.
How long will this be unmatched? How long with the super power maintain that status?
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Dynamicboss: 7:29pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
Nuclear sites obliterated in Iran and not civilian area. Do you mind the stealth bomb Tehran? Please confirm!
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Konquest: 7:53pm On Jun 22, 2025
Spectators:
What’s the B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, and Why America Won’t Sell It

The B-2 Spirit, often referred to as the "Stealth Bomber," is one of the most advanced and secretive military aircraft in the world — and also among the most expensive. Developed by Northrop Grumman for the United States Air Force, the B-2 is a strategic bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear weapons. But beyond its cutting-edge stealth technology and immense capabilities lies a deeper reason why the U.S. government refuses to sell it — not even to its closest allies.

What is the B-2 Bomber?

The B-2 Spirit is a long-range, heavy-payload stealth bomber designed to penetrate dense anti-aircraft defenses. First introduced in 1997, the aircraft can travel over 6,000 nautical miles without refueling and can carry up to 40,000 pounds of weapons, including nuclear payloads. Its most remarkable feature is its stealth technology, which makes it nearly invisible to radar, giving it a strategic edge in warfare.

The B-2’s unique flying-wing design, coated with radar-absorbent material, allows it to evade even the most sophisticated enemy air defense systems, making it the centerpiece of America’s strategic deterrence capabilities.

How Much Does It Cost?

The B-2 is often dubbed the most expensive aircraft ever built. The original procurement cost was around $737 million per unit, but when factoring in research, development, and maintenance infrastructure, the cost soars to over $2 billion per plane. Only 21 units were ever produced, making it one of the rarest and most elite aircraft in military aviation history.

Why America Won’t Sell the B-2

Despite its alliance with countries like the United Kingdom, Japan, and NATO members, the United States has consistently refused to export the B-2 for several reasons:

1. National Security Concerns: The stealth technology embedded in the B-2 remains one of America's most closely guarded military secrets. Allowing any form of transfer risks exposing that technology, even to allies.

2. Nuclear Capability: The B-2 is specifically designed to deliver nuclear weapons, and sharing such capability would conflict with global non-proliferation treaties and strategic doctrines.


3. High Cost and Maintenance: The astronomical cost of building and maintaining the B-2 makes it an unrealistic purchase for most countries. Additionally, it requires highly specialized maintenance, which is centralized in the U.S.

4. Limited Fleet: With only 20 operational aircraft (after one crash in 2008), the B-2 fleet is incredibly small. Each plane is a strategic asset, and none are available for export without compromising the U.S. Air Force’s deterrence posture.

What’s Next?

The B-2 Spirit is expected to remain in service until at least 2032, when it will be gradually replaced by the next-generation B-21 Raider, which promises to be more cost-effective while retaining advanced stealth capabilities. However, much like its predecessor, the B-21 is also expected to be kept exclusively for American use.

In a world of shifting alliances and rising global tensions, the B-2 remains a symbol of America’s unmatched air power — and a reminder of the high stakes in military technology secrecy.

https://spectatorsng.com/whats-the-b-2-warplane-its-cost-and-why-america-wont-sell-it/
Each of those stealth bombers is very expensive at slightly over 2 billion USD.
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by patrickcollins: 7:55pm On Jun 22, 2025
madridguy:
Yemen encountered it, heaven did not fall. Just last night, Iran encountered it and nothing happen.
If those 30,000 pound weights bomb was dropped on Iranians civilians may be heaven would have fallen
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by osazsky(m): 7:57pm On Jun 22, 2025
Cheapgadget:
Plane when them go soon blast.. dey play
with aimless knockout from iran
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by osazsky(m): 8:10pm On Jun 22, 2025
adolfHitler1934:
Eyaaaah! I feel your pains Bro.
Sorry, Iran Mullah regime is gone. Also, no Muslim country in the middle east will have nuclear bomb, Pakistan was a mistake that will never be repeated
ignore that guy..if the bomb didn't get to fordow America will bomb it 4 times consecutively until it gets to it
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by osazsky(m): 8:11pm On Jun 22, 2025
id4sho:
Says a geophysicst from akanbi land, dey play na 🤷. Fear and terror has in been instilled in Ayotoallah khameni, za play.
ignore him .if the 30000kg bomb didn't get to fordow the America will bomb it 3 times with precision consecutively until it gets to it no matter the depth
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by McStoic(m): 8:14pm On Jun 22, 2025
Penguin2:
Fun fact is that the Nuclear Weapon that everyone is struggling to have now was introduced by the US during the Second World War.

Now, every country is struggling to get
And the Americans who developed it were IGerman-Jews. Albert Einstein is also worthy of his mention here
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by osazsky(m): 8:14pm On Jun 22, 2025
There will soon be peace in Nigeria..a country with no terrorist cuz the rate at which is real is killing Iranian terrorist will lead to scares 72 virgins...don't expect the chief of defence of ircg to get 72 virgins na 10 go reach him hand..virgins have been depleted in the after life
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by osazsky(m): 8:19pm On Jun 22, 2025
Richcreed:
The strike did not achieve the aim. Iran still posses nuclear material. thats the point
no one is stoping u from getting nuclear materia but it's radioactivity can't get to 90percent cuz once it does it becomes a nuclear weapon..with this singular act of America it will take Iran another 100yrs to get to were they where before the hit
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Hecrax: 8:33pm On Jun 22, 2025
obicoolnino:
Best fighter plane ever built in the world. It currently doesn't have competition.
Nope Tu-160 of 🇷🇺carries more payload (weapons)
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Quelme: 8:34pm On Jun 22, 2025
obicoolnino:
Best fighter plane ever built in the world. It currently doesn't have competition.
story.

Another over hyped piece of junk
Re: What’s The B-2 Warplane, Its Cost, And Why America Won’t Sell It by Hecrax: 8:36pm On Jun 22, 2025
Oakenshield:
yes because they world didn't really understand its destructive capabilities,hence it can't be used again in any war. Russia with their mouth can talk but wouldn't use it
You 🤡 actually think they🇷🇺 wouldn't use it in the near future
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