What’s next for Iran’s nuclear programme?
Summary
A recent US airstrike on Iran has led to conflicting reports about the damage caused to Iran’s nuclear facilities. While US President Donald Trump claimed significant destruction, Iran stated their nuclear sites were mostly intact and would continue operation.Key Facts
- The airstrikes targeted Iran’s uranium enrichment sites in Fordow and Natanz.
- US intelligence had differing views on the damage, with some saying it ranged from "moderate to severe."
- Iran’s Supreme Leader and other officials claimed the sites are mostly operational and will keep running.
- Satellite images indicated significant but unspecified damage to the facilities.
- The US and Israeli interest revolves around whether Iran can still enrich uranium for nuclear weapons.
- Iran maintains its nuclear program is for civilian purposes, not for making bombs.
- The 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, abandoned by the US under Trump, is in question for possible renewal.
- International inspections have not confirmed the complete extent of the damage.
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