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Reported US targeting of Iranian underground facility 'Pickaxe'
De VolkskrantLO·IR · US·about 8 hours ago
Pete Hegseth asserts that Iranian nuclear facilities have been obliterated, though Iran continues to pursue nuclear capabilities. The statement lacks specific details regarding the timing or nature of the alleged destruction, leaving it unclear if this refers to past strikes or a new development.
The US-Iran conflict is escalating with confirmed sustained US strikes on Iranian targets and Iranian drone/missile exchanges with the UAE. Unverified reports of US ATACMS strikes on Iran and explosions in Tehran suggest a potential for further significant escalation, though these remain unconfirmed. A proposed 10-day ceasefire is awaiting Iran's response, indicating a diplomatic track alongside military actions.