Only One of Three Iranian Nuclear Sites Destroyed in Strikes

A new U.S. intelligence assessment has found that recent American airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear program destroyed only one of three targeted enrichment sites, NBC News reports.

While the strike on the Fordo facility dealt a major blow, potentially setting Iran’s nuclear work there back by up to two years, the other two sites, Natanz and Isfahan, suffered less damage and could resume enrichment activities within months.

The limited damage comes after President Donald Trump rejected a broader plan for sustained strikes that would have targeted three additional sites over several weeks. Officials say Trump opposed an extended campaign due to his policy to limit U.S. involvement overseas and concerns about casualties.

Despite Trump’s public claim that Iran’s key enrichment sites were “completely obliterated,” the intelligence suggests Tehran could rebuild parts of its program if talks for a new nuclear deal stall.

There are ongoing discussions in Washington and Tel Aviv about whether more strikes may be needed if Iran tries to restart operations at the less-damaged sites. Iran maintains its nuclear ambitions remain strictly civilian.