A U.S. official has confirmed intelligence assessments indicating that recent airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities only temporarily hindered their program. This conclusion contradicts President Trump's assertions that the strikes obliterated Iran's nuclear capabilities. Senator Mark Warner raised concerns about potential future threats from Iran, underscoring the need for transparency regarding U.S. plans. While the White House defended the strikes' effectiveness, a classified briefing for the Senate was postponed, stirring doubts about the situation's management in light of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
U.S. defense officials confirm that airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites only set back the program by a few months, contrary to Trump's claims of total obliteration.
Senator Mark Warner expressed the need for clarity on the next steps and concerns over Iran's potential for developing a dirty bomb after the strikes.
The White House refuted reports on the effectiveness of the airstrikes, asserting that a key nuclear facility was destroyed and calling the leaks an attempt to undermine Trump.
President Trump claimed that the military's actions achieved their goal of preventing Iran from further enriching uranium for nuclear weapons.
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