Pentagon claims recent military actions have significantly delayed Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, escalating regional tensions.
The United States has asserted that its recent airstrikes targeting key Iranian military and nuclear-linked infrastructure have delayed Iran’s nuclear programme by one to two years, according to senior defense officials. The strikes, part of a broader strategic campaign, were aimed at impeding Tehran’s ability to enrich uranium and advance toward potential weaponization.
Pentagon sources say the US airstrikes successfully degraded specific facilities tied to Iran’s nuclear development, though details remain classified. The operation reflects a growing concern within Washington about Iran’s expanding nuclear capabilities and its influence in the Middle East.
The announcement is likely to intensify diplomatic tensions, particularly with nations involved in the now-defunct Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA). While some international observers see the strikes as a necessary step to curb proliferation, others warn it may provoke retaliation or push Iran to accelerate its nuclear efforts underground.
This latest move underscores the fragile state of US–Iran relations and raises new questions about long-term strategy in the region. As both nations exchange sharp rhetoric, the broader implications for global security and nuclear non-proliferation efforts remain uncertain.