Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said the Trump administration had demanded his country hand over its entire enriched uranium stockpile in exchange for temporary relief from impending UN sanctions https://t.co/zYhVbBiBQU ...

New and conflicting assessments today on the state of Iran's nuclear program. President Trump doubling down on his claim Iran did not move enriched uranium from its nuclear sites ahead of the US strikes, contradicting a preliminary US intelligence report. Meanwhile, the head of the UN nuclear watchdog today raising doubts about how effective those strikes were in destroying Iran's nuclear capabilities.I saw reports that there were 400 kg 800 lb that they that they moved, but I wonder if it's traceable. I me ...

President Trump continues to stand by his claim that the United States strikes completely quote obliterated his word Iran's nuclear program. Though there's been widespread dispute over that claim. This week the CIA assessed that the nuclear program was quote severely damaged which doesn't back up Trump's narrative of complete obliteration.And then there's still the big question of what happened to Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium. Now, here's what Trump had to say about that in a Fox News interview airi ...

Geopolitical Assessment - The operation was successful in execution, with aircraft delivering GBU 57 and submarine-launched lambs offshore [1] - A good battle damage assessment is needed, but may be incomplete until inspectors are on the ground [3] - Potential Iranian responses include using Shia militia groups in Iraq, launching missiles against U S forces in the Middle East, targeting American officials globally, or disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz [4][5] - Iran may calibrate its response to satisfy domestic needs without provoking a significant escalation from the US [7] - The effectiveness of Iran's chain of command is uncertain, potentially explaining the delay in response [9][10] Nuclear Concerns - There are concerns about Iran's potential to reignite efforts to achieve nuclear status, especially with 400 kilograms of enriched uranium missing [11] - Iran possesses approximately 900 pounds (转换后约 408 公斤) of 60% enriched uranium, close to the level needed for nuclear weapons, and its location is unknown [11][12] - Even if Iranian infrastructure is destroyed, it may be rebuilt over time, potentially energizing their nuclear ambitions [12][13] Deterrence and Regional Security - Deterrence is based on capability and willingness, with the US demonstrating its willingness to act [14][15] - A clear message is important for deterring disruption of waterways like the Strait of Hormuz [17] - Potential responses to Iranian aggression in the Strait of Hormuz include targeting the Iranian navy, mine layers, swarm boats, and missile batteries [17][18] - The US involvement is contingent on Iran's response, with a preference for negotiation between Iran and Israel, including a return to the nonproliferation regime [20][22]