Iran is already dangerously close to the finish line. According to a confidential February 2026 report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran possessed an estimated 440.9 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60% purity prior to the recent military escalation.



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After Israel launched a pre-emptive strike against Iran, the United States also struck Tehran, prompting tensions in the Middle East. The conflict has undermined prospects for a diplomatic resolution to the nuclear standoff between Tehran and Western powers.

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Craters are visible at the Fordow site, Iran’s most critical nuclear site, Grossi said. “At this time, no one, including the IAEA, is in a position to assess the underground damage at Fordow. But the damage is consistent with the statements of the US about its attack on the site,” he said.

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Slamming Iran for not being sincere during the talks, Rubio said Tehran was trying to play its old games. “They thought they could do with President Trump what they’ve done with presidents in the past and get away with it — and they found out last night that they can’t,” Rubio added.

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Iran’s government, meanwhile, has said that there is no immediate danger to the public after the United States struck three of its nuclear sites. “There is no danger to the people living on the outskirts of our nuclear areas,” spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on state television.

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Hegseth warned Iran against following through with past threats of retaliation against the United States, adding that US forces were postured to defend themselves

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Iran had previously issued warnings to deter Trump from supporting Israel’s strikes, but the situation spiralled regardless. With the US now directly involved, Tehran is expected to retaliate, though its options remain limited and risky.

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Iran had warned Washington against joining the conflict, but its ability to respond has been weakened by days of Israeli airstrikes that damaged long-range missile launchers. However, Iran still retains a large stock of short-range missiles and drones, which could be used in retaliation.

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