- The UN nuclear watchdog has confirmed activity at Iran's Pickaxe Mountain site following satellite imagery showing significant construction and excavation.
- Analysis by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies revealed record road activity and portal reinforcement at the heavily fortified underground facility in 2026.
- Donald Trump warned the US would hit Iran "very hard" if it is confirmed they are developing the nuclear site, advising them "not to get cute".
- The warnings follow ongoing threats of military strikes on the Pickaxe Mountain site by Donald Trump since mid-July.
- Regional tensions have flared further as Houthi militants in Yemen seized the Red Sea city of Mocha, threatening strategic global energy routes.
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