US-Israel weigh covert raid to seize Iran's uranium stockpile
U.S. and Israeli officials reportedly discussed sending special operations forces into Iran to secure the country’s stockpile of about 450 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium, a material that could reach weapons-grade in weeks. The uranium is largely believed to be in Isfahan’s underground tunnels, with portions at Fordow and Natanz. Possible options include removing the material entirely or diluting it on-site, and any operation would likely involve joint actions by U.S. troops and scientists (potentially with IAEA participation). The plan is described as one option among others, with President Trump signaling that ground troops could be possible later but not immediately;. Trump has not ruled out such an operation, and discussions have also touched on other targets like Kharg Island.