Recent Iran Nuclear Facilities Attacks
The United States and Israel have recently conducted massive attacks against Iran's nuclear facilities. Iran responded by stating it had already transferred 400 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium even before the attacks started.
Trump's Declaration on Uranium Transfer
Former US President Donald Trump retaliated against Iran's assertion on his platform, Truth Social. He asserted that the uranium was not removed from the Fordow nuclear plant.
"Workers and small trucks were noticed on the scene, probably attempting to conceal machinery. But that uranium wasn't removed from there. It is very difficult to move that much, takes a long time, and is dangerous," Trump stated.
Conflicting Reports on Uranium Movement
The Financial Times, citing European officials, reported that the Iranian uranium had been successfully transferred. Trump's statement seems to contradict that.
On Thursday, United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied having clear intelligence that confirms the transfer of uranium or lack thereof.
Leaked Intelligence and Political Disputes
A Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) report leaked showed Iran had taken some damage in the U.S. strikes. Trump has, however, stated the damage was heavy and blamed Democrats for the leak. He even demanded an investigation on Truth Social.
This has attracted controversy over the true effect of the U.S. strikes as well as the condition of Iran's nuclear material.
Information Regarding the Uranium and Its Mobility
Experts establish that Iran has approximately 400 kg of 60% enriched uranium, which would be usable in making weapons. Analysts add that such material is compact enough to fit into small containers, even automobiles, and would be sufficient in creating up to ten bombs.
Iran asserts that material was transferred to a hidden site prior to the attacks. There are some who think movement did include the Fordow site.
Satellite Imagery Implies Activity
On June 19, U.S.-based satellite company Maxar Technologies saw 16 trucks at the Fordow plant. Still, no radiation has been seen at the U.S. strike locations, and that raises questions about where the uranium really is.
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