US Energy Secretary Warns Iran Is Weeks Away from Nuclear Weapons Capability
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee, warning that Iran is frighteningly close to developing nuclear weapons. Wright stated that Tehran is only weeks away from enriching its existing uranium stockpile to weapons-grade levels, which require approximately 90% enrichment. Currently, Iran holds a significant stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60%, with officials noting that even 20%-enriched uranium is deeply concerning given the volume involved. The testimony highlighted that while the technical enrichment process is nearly complete, a weaponization phase remains. This assessment aligns with broader administration strategies, where President Donald Trump has reportedly demanded the surrender of Iran’s estimated 11 tons of enriched uranium as a precondition for any peace deal. Wright advocated for pursuing the entire stockpile as a wise strategy to halt Iran's nuclear program. The hearing, held in Washington DC, examined the Department of Energy's 2027 budget and underscored the escalating tensions regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions, with US officials using the stockpile size as justification for potential military or diplomatic actions.
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