U.S. Does Not Believe Iran Is Trying To Build Nuclear Bomb -- L.A. Times
The latest U.S. intelligence report indicates Iran is pursuing research that could enable it to build a nuclear weapon, but that it has not sought to do so.
Reporting from Washington — As U.S. and Israeli officials talk publicly about the prospect of a military strike against Iran's nuclear program, one fact is often overlooked: U.S. intelligence agencies don't believe Iran is actively trying to build an atomic bomb.
A highly classified U.S. intelligence assessment circulated to policymakers early last year largely affirms that view, originally made in 2007. Both reports, known as national intelligence estimates, conclude that Tehran halted efforts to develop and build a nuclear warhead in 2003.
The most recent report, which represents the consensus of 16 U.S. intelligence agencies, indicates that Iran is pursuing research that could put it in a position to build a weapon, but that it has not sought to do so.
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Update: US believes Iran not trying to build nuclear bomb -- YNet News
My Comment: When I read articles like this one, I always say to myself that these intelligence agencies better be damn sure of their intel and analysis. The reason why I feel concerned is because of news reports like this one, and this one.
Update: UN watchdog expresses serious concern over nuclear Iran -- BBC
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