US may model Iran uranium extraction on recent Syrian nuclear operation, Israeli officials assess
Israeli defense officials believe that, despite the slim chances, the White House is seeking to signal to Israel that a similar model could be applied in Iran, subject to an agreement with Tehran.
Israeli security officials have suggested that the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) operation to remove nuclear material from Syria could serve as a model for extracting highly enriched uranium from Iran. Amid ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran, officials warn the situation remains tense, potentially escalating within days or weeks.
The US is reportedly working to remove components of a nuclear project in Syria, prompting Israel to consider adopting a similar approach in Iran, contingent on an agreement with Tehran.
Israel remains prepared for all potential scenarios, advocating for a joint military operation with the US as the optimal solution. IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir has instructed the military to maintain a high state of readiness in coordination with the US military. US Vice President Joseph J. Vance confirmed progress in talks aimed at securing an agreement with Oman and maintaining a favorable flow of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical pathway for global energy supplies.
While Tehran claims an agreement framework has already been established, US officials remain cautious, with the possibility of renewed strikes by either the US or Israel on the table. Discussions are ongoing regarding the possible targeting of Iran's underground nuclear site at Pickaxe Mountain should talks fail. Both the US and UAE expressed cautious optimism regarding the talks, with the latter calling for actions that would not undermine the progress made.
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