June 26, 2025 - The ongoing conflict with Iran has led to fresh insights from U.S. officials about the ramifications of military strikes on the country’s nuclear ambitions. The C.I.A. Chief disclosed an analysis suggesting that the recent operations have "severely damaged" Iran’s nuclear capabilities. This finding is crucial as the geopolitical landscape remains unstable, with concerns regarding the absence of Iran's Supreme Leader triggering alarm bells across the region.

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