Iran has been fortifying an underground complex near its nuclear facilities, with recent satellite imagery analyzing notable construction activities. This comes amid escalating tensions with the US, particularly after President Donald Trump hinted at potential military actions if a new nuclear deal isn't reached.
Satellite images show that the entrances at Mount Kolang Gaz La, also known as Pickaxe Mountain, are being reinforced. Experts are concerned this could protect Iran's uranium enrichment operations or vital equipment, but its operational status remains uncertain.
Furthermore, the construction suggests a defensive measure against possible airstrikes, as the presence of heavy machinery indicates the site is not yet operational. The developments at Pickaxe Mountain underscore the tension surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions, particularly as the US and Iran continue negotiations amid a backdrop of military threats and geopolitical intrigue.
Critics, including experts from the Institute for Science and International Security, have expressed that while measures for resilience against strikes are increasing, Iran's overall nuclear capacity has not been dismantled and could be quickly rebuilt. The international community closely monitors these developments, assessing their implications for future nuclear negotiations.
Satellite images show that the entrances at Mount Kolang Gaz La, also known as Pickaxe Mountain, are being reinforced. Experts are concerned this could protect Iran's uranium enrichment operations or vital equipment, but its operational status remains uncertain.
Furthermore, the construction suggests a defensive measure against possible airstrikes, as the presence of heavy machinery indicates the site is not yet operational. The developments at Pickaxe Mountain underscore the tension surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions, particularly as the US and Iran continue negotiations amid a backdrop of military threats and geopolitical intrigue.
Critics, including experts from the Institute for Science and International Security, have expressed that while measures for resilience against strikes are increasing, Iran's overall nuclear capacity has not been dismantled and could be quickly rebuilt. The international community closely monitors these developments, assessing their implications for future nuclear negotiations.
