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world4 months ago

Hegseth dismisses Pentagon intelligence leaders over Iran report

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed Lt Gen Jeffrey Kruse, head of the DIA, following a leaked intelligence report that suggested Iran's nuclear program was only slightly impacted by US strikes, contradicting Trump's claims of complete destruction. This firing is part of a broader pattern of dismissals and upheavals within the US military and intelligence agencies under the Trump administration, often without public explanation.

world6 months ago

US Iran Strike Sparks Bipartisan Tensions and Intelligence Concerns

After a classified briefing on US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, senators' opinions varied; Republicans largely believed the strikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear capabilities, with some claiming complete destruction, while Democrats expressed skepticism, suggesting only a months-long setback. Early intelligence assessments indicate limited damage, and the full extent of the impact remains uncertain as more analysis is pending.

world6 months ago

US and Israel Strikes Slightly Delay Iran’s Nuclear Program Amid Radiation Concerns

U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA, have assessed that recent strikes on Iran's nuclear sites have severely damaged its nuclear program, though the extent of destruction and Iran's ability to rebuild remain uncertain. President Trump claimed the sites were 'obliterated,' but intelligence reports suggest the damage is substantial yet not total, with delays in Iran's nuclear capabilities expected to be only months to years. The assessments have sparked political controversy and debate over the true impact of the strikes.

politics6 months ago

Trump and CIA dispute Iran strike impact amid media controversy

Donald Trump publicly demanded CNN fire reporter Natasha Bertrand after she reported on a US intelligence assessment suggesting Iran's nuclear program was only minimally affected by recent airstrikes, despite the White House confirming the assessment's existence and disputing its conclusions. Trump accused the media of fake news and demeaning the military, while the administration defended the airstrikes as a success and criticized leaks of classified information.

world6 months ago

US Intel: Iran’s Nuclear Program Remains Intact Despite Strikes

The US government claims its recent strikes on Iran's nuclear sites successfully destroyed the programme, but an intelligence report suggests the damage was limited, setting Iran back only a few months. President Trump publicly defends the strikes and dismisses reports of limited impact, while also posting provocative content about Iran. Meanwhile, a ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to be holding, and the US is reopening its embassy in Jerusalem amid ongoing regional tensions.

world6 months ago

Trump Criticizes Gabbard's Iran Views Amid Tensions

Tulsi Gabbard criticized the media for misrepresenting her testimony on Iran's nuclear capabilities, asserting Iran is not developing nuclear weapons, contrary to recent US intelligence reports. President Trump dismissed her assessment as wrong, leading to a public dispute with support from other officials, amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program and potential US military action.

politics6 months ago

Tensions and Secrets: Trump, Gabbard, and Iran's Nuclear Ambitions

President Trump and Tulsi Gabbard have conflicting statements about Iran's nuclear capabilities, with Trump claiming Iran is 'very close' to obtaining a nuclear weapon, while Gabbard, citing intelligence, states Iran is not currently building one. Experts suggest Iran could produce weapons-grade uranium in about a week, but developing a deliverable nuclear weapon would take several months or more. The overall assessment indicates Iran is close to nuclear breakout but has not yet weaponized its program.