
A new assessment of last month’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, part of the Trump administration’s broader review of Tehran’s nuclear program, has been shared in recent briefings with members of Congress, the Department of Defense, and key allies. The report concludes that the Fordow site—long considered the most fortified due to its deep location within a mountain in central Iran—was “mostly destroyed,” delaying Iran’s uranium enrichment capabilities at the facility by approximately two years. In contrast, the other two targeted sites—Natanz and Isfahan—sustained less severe damage and could potentially resume enrichment activities within months if Iran accelerates efforts.
NBC News also reports that prior to the strikes, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) proposed a more expansive military operation, dubbed the “All-In Plan,” to President Trump. This alternative plan involved targeting three additional nuclear sites through a sustained air campaign lasting several weeks. While some officials within the administration supported the broader offensive, President Trump ultimately rejected it, opting for a limited one-night operation to avoid prolonged military conflict with Iran.