Where Is Iran's Missing Highly Enriched Uranium?

Geopolitical Strategy & Alliances - China's support for Iran is primarily rhetorical, lacking substantial assistance or force projection capabilities in the Middle East [1][2] - Russia's focus is on its own needs, particularly drone procurement from Iran for use in Ukraine, potentially impacted by disruptions [3] - Both Moscow and Beijing prioritize their own interests over Tehran's [4] US Response & Deterrence - The US possesses significant force projection capabilities in the Middle East, unlike China [2] - The US is monitoring reports of Iran moving enriched uranium and is prepared to take additional action if necessary [5] - The US President is comfortable with further action if Iran clings to enriched uranium [7] Potential Negotiation & De-escalation - Iran could offer to give up enriched uranium as a gesture of good faith to negotiate and avoid further action [6] - The best path for Iran would be to negotiate and give up enriched uranium [6] Military Action Assessment - US strikes may not have caused as much damage as hoped due to Iran's preparedness [5] - The effectiveness of US strikes is being assessed to determine if Iran's claims are disinformation [5]