Nuclear Bomb Three Times More Powerful Than the Hiroshima Explosion Caught Being Shipped by the US to the UK, Raising Suspicions of a Secret Agenda

TIMEMOMENTS.COM - A report from mid-last month revealed that a nuclear-capable bomb was shipped by the US to the UK.

The report initially spread on social media platform X on July 17, 2025, showing that the B61-12 nuclear bomb had been deployed by the US to the UK.

However, the report has not been confirmed, though leaks suggest that the Royal Air Force (RAF) may have received a shipment of B61-12 thermonuclear gravity bombs.

The alleged transfer is believed to have occurred on July 17 via a high-priority C-17 flight departing from the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico and arriving at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, England.

Although neither country has confirmed the transfer, speculation has emerged just weeks after London made a crucial strategic shift.

It has been reported that the UK has committed to purchasing F-35A fighter jets certified for nuclear delivery.

It has also signaled its intention to rejoin NATO's nuclear sharing mission.

If verified, this would mark the first deployment of US nuclear weapons on British soil since 2005.

RAF Lakenheath is a US Air Force-operated base in Suffolk, England.

The base reportedly has a long history as a center for American nuclear weapons during the Cold War.

From 1954 to 2008, the base stored up to 110 B61 nuclear gravity bombs, housed in 33 underground bunkers known as the Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3).

According to reports, these bombs, designed to be delivered by F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft, form the foundation of NATO's nuclear deterrence strategy in Europe.

The base's strategic location, approximately 100 kilometers northeast of London, makes it a crucial asset for rapid deployment.

However, in 2008, the US withdrew all nuclear weapons from Lakenheath, marking the first time since the 1950s.

This left the UK without any US nuclear weapons, a move linked to the easing of post-Cold War tensions.

However, recent developments suggest a new situation if the report is accurate.

In June 2025, the UK announced plans to acquire 12 F-35A fighter jets and join NATO's nuclear sharing mission, signaling the potential return of nuclear capabilities to the base.

The expansion of WS3 Lakenheath's storage facilities, capable of holding up to 132 B61 bombs, has been documented since 2022.

This followed a budget request from the US Department of Defense allocating funds for the site to support US nuclear missions.

It is worth noting that the B61-12 thermonuclear gravity bomb represents a significant advancement in tactical nuclear technology.

This bomb is designed to strengthen NATO's deterrent capability while prioritizing precision to minimize collateral damage.

The bomb is a derivative of the B61 family, which has been in operation since 1968.

However, this variant introduces a tail kit developed by Boeing with an inertial navigation system, enhancing attack accuracy against various targets.

Its explosive yield is adjustable from 0.3 to 50 kilotons, even up to three times the explosive power of the Hiroshima bomb, which was 15 kilotons.

Its capability allows for adjustable explosive power for various scenarios, from reinforced bunkers to battlefield assets.

The B61-12's precision capability makes it a game-changer, enabling NATO to put high-value targets at risk with lower explosive power, minimizing unintended damage, according to Hans Kristensen, Director of the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists.

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