Divergent Assessments on Iran's Nuclear Program
June 17, 2025
The situation surrounding Iran's nuclear program remains uncertain, with Israel claiming Iran is close to developing a nuclear bomb. However, the United States reports that Iran does not have an active nuclear weapons program and mentions a three-year timeline if it decides to proceed. Israel's attacks on Iran appear to have caused delays, but the fortified Fordow facility remains intact. U.S. military leadership is expressing concerns about the future of the program.