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Rep. Foster: Urgent Action Needed to Secure Iran's Nuclear Materials

3/5/2026

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Rep. Bill Foster (D-Ill.) said after a classified briefing that the United States lacks a clear plan to secure Iran's nuclear materials.
He warned that without direct intervention, Iran could advance its nuclear capabilities and urged ground operations to secure enriched uranium.
Officials focus on dismantling Iran's missile and drone capabilities to counter immediate threats.
Lawmakers question the sustainability of U.S. interceptor supplies.

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Rep. Bill Foster (D-Ill.) said after a classified briefing that the United States lacks a clear plan to secure Iran's nuclear materials.
He warned that without direct intervention, Iran could advance its nuclear capabilities and urged ground operations to secure enriched uranium.
Officials focus on dismantling Iran's missile and drone capabilities to counter immediate threats.
Lawmakers question the sustainability of U.S. interceptor supplies.