Trump Raises Concerns Over Iranian Nuclear Site Activities
On Thursday, September 10, 2026, former U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the audience at the Republican Party’s midterm election conference, drawing attention to the ongoing activities at a nuclear site known as "Mount Axe," which is located near the Natanz nuclear complex, approximately 140 miles south of Tehran. His remarks came in the wake of a CNN report indicating a notable increase in construction activity at the site this year, reflecting heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. Trump hinted at the possibility of military action against Iran, stating, "There’s another place called Mount Axe, a good spot too. We might have to strike there as well, because someone mentioned that there are movements at the site."
Trump's comments followed a detailed analysis by various analysts who reviewed six years' worth of satellite imagery, revealing significant construction developments at the site, which is buried beneath layers of granite. Trump emphasized the clarity of the situation, asserting, "We don’t need much; we can see everything." This site has long been a focus for intelligence agencies, regarded as a potential location for Iran to secure and protect its future nuclear program efforts.
Recent analyses conducted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), which were exclusively shared with CNN, indicated a clear surge in construction activities at the Mount Axe site throughout the current year. In his comments, Trump also mentioned the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting that it should yield some benefits, proclaiming, "It will be called Trump Strait, and I’m sure the Iranian leadership will be thrilled about that." His remarks underscore the ongoing tensions and the potential for escalated military responses as the geopolitical landscape in the region continues to evolve.
As reported by arabic.cnn.com.
