Exclusive satellite imagery obtained and analyzed by CNN in partnership with the Institute for Science and International Security shows signs that Iran may be attempting to rebuild its nuclear facilities. The report claims these efforts clearly violate the memorandum of understanding signed by the US and Iran in June.
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CNN presented satellite images of four sites across Iran. The first is the Parchin site, located about 50 kilometers southeast of Tehran. The report claims this site likely contains nuclear explosive materials and was bombed multiple times during Operation Lion’s Roar by Israel and the US.
The network compared two images: one from June 10, the day the memorandum of understanding was signed, and one from June 22—nearly two weeks later. While the first image shows the destruction caused by the bombings, the later images indicate the facility is undergoing renovation—and that damage from the strikes has been partially repaired.
1+Another site mentioned in the report is Mount Fiqaqsa, adjacent to the city of Kashan. The report claims all facilities at this site are underground, but the satellite images reveal numerous cars and trucks seen descending underground through a dedicated tunnel, in what was described as another Iranian violation of the agreement.
Finally, CNN reveals satellite images from sites in Kermanshah and Tabriz designated for missile production. These sites have also begun restoration by the Iranians, with images showing the regime is repairing damage caused by Israeli and US bombings.
1+This report comes as the US and Iran stand on the brink of renewed conflict. After reports that Iran is attempting to assassinate Trump, the president sent a message to the Iranians that if they succeed in completing the mission and killing him: “1000 Missiles are Locked and Loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands of more to immediately follow.”
Throughout the weekend, mediating countries Qatar and Pakistan continued efforts to “lower the flames” and return to diplomatic channels. According to a Reuters report, a Qatari mediation delegation arrived in Iran last night to discuss de-escalating tensions and creating conditions for continued negotiations with the US.