Israeli officials stated that Iran could have enriched uranium to 90% weapons-grade within two weeks before recent U.S. and Israeli strikes, although they noted that Iran is still far from producing a nuclear bomb. President Trump defended the intervention, claiming it prevented a potential nuclear war. Iran’s negotiators had previously claimed they possessed enough enriched uranium for 11 nuclear bombs, while insisting they were not pursuing nuclear weapons. Israel indicated that Iran is preparing for an extended conflict and still retains significant capabilities.
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