The US is considering an attack on Iran this coming weekend according to a Bloomberg report, ciiutng unnamed sources:
- US plans for any Iran attack continue to evolve
- US officials prepare for possible Iran strike in coming days
Fordow will be a key target.
The Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant (FFEP) is an underground Iranian nuclear facility near the city of Qom:
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Built in secret, it was revealed publicly by Western intelligence in 2009.
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Located inside a heavily fortified mountain to protect against airstrikes.
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Originally designed to enrich uranium up to 20%, which is close to weapons-grade.
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Under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA), Iran agreed not to enrich uranium at Fordow, but resumed enrichment after the U.S
The US is considering an attack on Iran this coming weekend