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Experts Warn of Risks in Targeting Iran's Nuclear Stockpile

3/31/2026

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U.S. military experts warn removing or destroying Iran's nuclear stockpile would be among the riskiest missions.
U.S. President Donald Trump sees this as a key objective.
The International Atomic Energy Agency reports Iran still holds 972 pounds of enriched uranium.
A successful operation would require extensive planning and up to 1,000 troops for perimeter security.
Challenges include breaching fortified tunnels, neutralizing explosives, and safe extraction, with failure causing casualties.

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Story summary

U.S. military experts warn removing or destroying Iran's nuclear stockpile would be among the riskiest missions.
U.S. President Donald Trump sees this as a key objective.
The International Atomic Energy Agency reports Iran still holds 972 pounds of enriched uranium.
A successful operation would require extensive planning and up to 1,000 troops for perimeter security.
Challenges include breaching fortified tunnels, neutralizing explosives, and safe extraction, with failure causing casualties.