Sun Jun 29 17:39:31 UTC 2025: ## Trump Defends Iran Strike Efficacy Amid Conflicting Reports

**Washington D.C.** – President Donald Trump is vehemently defending the success of recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, dismissing reports suggesting minimal damage as “fake news.” In an interview on Fox News’ *Sunday Morning Futures*, Trump reiterated his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, even as questions linger regarding the actual impact of the strikes ordered by his administration.

Trump insisted that the strikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan “obliterated” the sites, effectively crippling Iran’s nuclear ambitions for “decades.” This claim contradicts reports from major news organizations, citing intelligence sources, which indicate the facilities sustained far less damage than claimed. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has also expressed uncertainty regarding the extent of the damage at Fordow, where Iran houses a significant amount of enriched uranium.

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi stated on Sunday that Iran could resume uranium enrichment within months, a stark contrast to Trump’s assertion that the strikes set back the program “by decades.” While Iran has long maintained its nuclear program is for civilian purposes, a recent IAEA report revealed the country possesses over 400kg of uranium enriched to 60 percent purity, nearing weapons-grade level.

Trump refuted reports that Iran had moved enriched uranium from Fordow before the attack. He claimed the strikes were a complete surprise, penetrating the heavily fortified underground facility “like butter.”

Beyond Iran, Trump addressed other key issues. He announced a halt to trade talks with Canada due to their implementation of a digital services tax. He also claimed the US is “getting along” with China despite the trade deficit and stated he has found buyers for TikTok.

The contrasting narratives surrounding the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities raise significant questions about the true state of the nation’s nuclear program. It also raises further questions about the President’s claims ahead of the upcoming US election.

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