New satellite images obtained and analyzed by CNN suggest that Iran may be restarting the reconstruction of its nuclear facilities. This activity raises questions about whether Tehran could be violating the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States in late June — although Donald Trump appears to be signaling its end by launching new strikes. A careful review of the imagery revealed new activity at multiple nuclear facilities and missile bases across the country. These findings are based on data from the company Vantor from late June and early July, which came to light during a brief relaxation of restrictions. Previously, at the request of the U.S. government, satellite imagery providers had limited the public release of material from the region. With the resumption of American military operations, some of those restrictions have already been reinstated.
CNN Exclusive: New satellite imagery reveals Iran may be rebuilding suspected nuclear facilities. https://t.co/gUh6cRlOjb pic.twitter.com/WCYsTyznFc
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The two “key” sites under the analysts’ microscope
The investigation, conducted in collaboration with the Institute for Science and International Security, focused on two strategically significant locations: The Parchin Military Complex (Taleghan 2 site): Satellite images dated June 22 and July 7 captured repair and reconstruction work at several points that had been damaged in previous U.S.-Israeli strikes. According to experts, this facility stores explosive materials directly linked to nuclear weapons development. At Pickaxe Mountain: In this area, believed to house an extensive underground nuclear facility, vehicles were recorded entering and exiting underground tunnels in imagery from June 21 — at a time when the memorandum of understanding was still in effect.
Silence from the Pentagon and Tehran
CNN reached out to both the Iranian and American governments requesting official comment on the investigation’s findings. On the U.S. side, a Pentagon official told the network that they would not comment on conditions in the operational theater or on intelligence matters, citing operational security reasons. For its part, the Iranian government has so far not responded to the request for comment.
