President Donald Trump considers complex military mission to seize enriched uranium from Iran's underground Pickaxe Mountain facility
The administration announced a potential military operation to seize enriched uranium from Iran's fortified underground nuclear sites, specifically the Pickaxe Mountain complex. This mission would involve thousands of American troops, including Army Rangers and special operations forces, to secure the sites and remove nuclear material. President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to strike the area, stating that the U.S. must not allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. While the facility is deeply buried and highly fortified with mines and explosives, experts suggest the mission could be complex and dangerous. Some analysts argue that instead of a full occupation, the U.S. could collapse the tunnel entrances to deny Iran access. The operation follows a period of escalating tensions and a recent interim cease-fire agreement. While Iran claims its nuclear activities are fully declared, the administration remains focused on the material stockpile. The mission aims to provide a visible strategic victory for the administration while addressing the long-standing issue of Iran's nuclear capabilities.