The head of Israel’s military announced on Tuesday that recent strikes have significantly hindered Iran’s nuclear program, claiming that these actions have set Iran back “by years.” Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that while a considerable phase of the campaign against Iran has concluded, efforts will continue as this initiative enters a new phase built upon previous achievements.
Zamir emphasized that the operations have also impacted Iran’s missile program, addressing what Israel views as a “dual existential threat.” Earlier in the day, Israeli officials indicated that they believe they have successfully diminished the immediate challenges posed by Iran’s nuclear ambitions and missile capabilities.
In the context of U.S. involvement, President Donald Trump commented on Sunday’s air strikes, asserting that American forces had “totally obliterated” key Iranian nuclear sites. However, analysts have expressed skepticism regarding the efficacy of these strikes in fully neutralizing the nuclear threat, raising concerns about the possibility that Iran may have relocated its stockpiles of highly enriched uranium to undisclosed locations before the attacks took place.
French President Emmanuel Macron also weighed in on the situation, cautioning that the risk of Iran attempting to enrich uranium clandestinely has now increased. This development signals heightened tensions in the region and raises questions about the potential for future confrontations and the stability of nuclear discussions involving Iran.
