Breaking news: Strikes caused “severe damage” to Iranian nuclear sites, U.S. officials say
The Pentagon’s leaders said it was too soon to say whether Iran still retains some nuclear capability.
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June 22, 2025, 9:32 a.m. ET

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U.S. Officials Say Strikes Caused ‘Severe Damage’ to Iranian Nuclear Sites

The Pentagon’s top leaders echoed President Trump’s claims of the strikes’ success, but said it was too soon to say whether Iran still retains some nuclear capability.

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