On June 22, the United States bombed Iran's nuclear sites, including uranium-enrichment facilities, aiming to hinder Iran's potential for developing nuclear weapons. This aggressive action followed Israeli bombing campaigns and resulted in significant damage, as reported by the International Atomic Energy Agency. Analysts believe that while the attacks could temporarily affect Iran's nuclear program, they may not halt it completely, as Iran could relocate its uranium stockpiles and enrichment centrifuges. Insights from experts indicate ongoing assessments regarding the long-term effects of these military actions on Iran's nuclear ambitions.
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The attacks probably set the nuclear programme back substantially, but not permanently, as Iran could have moved stockpiles of highly-enriched uranium elsewhere.
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