U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pushed back against claims that Iran relocated highly enriched uranium ahead of recent U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities, calling media reports “misleading.” 🚨 “I’m not aware of any intelligence… that says things were not where they were supposed to be,” Hegseth stated Thursday, dismissing speculation about hidden uranium stockpiles.
The Expert Angle 🔍
Satellite images from Maxar Technologies showed unusual vehicle activity at Iran’s Fordow nuclear site days before the strikes. Experts and a senior Iranian source claim 60% enriched uranium—close to weapons-grade—was moved to an undisclosed location. Could this be a real-life spy thriller? 🕵️♂️
Media vs. Military Narratives 📰💥
Hegseth accused outlets of underplaying the success of U.S. strikes, countering leaked reports suggesting Iran’s nuclear program was only delayed by months. He cited CIA intel indicating “severe damage” requiring years to rebuild. Who’s got the right intel? The debate heats up as global security hangs in the balance. 🌐⚖️
