Fact-check: Real-time X searches confirm widespread reporting of Trump administration official Steve Witkoff's late February 2026 claim that Iran was 'a week away' from nuclear bomb-making material, with many posts discussing and questioning it amid prior claims of program obliteration. Multiple recent X posts (March 2-5) verify US-Israeli airstrikes on Natanz nuclear facility, supported by satellite imagery and Iranian statements, matching the article's Tuesday reference. France 24's reporting aligns with current X and web evidence from reputable sources like Reuters and CNN, making it well-sourced and consistent.
Iran not 'a week away' from having a nuclear bomb as Trump administration claims
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The Trump administration has claimed that Iran is only a week away from having a nuclear bomb, amid heightened tensions and recent airstrikes on Iran's nuclear site at Natanz. However, the accuracy of this claim is being questioned. The situation is escalating with the US and Israel justification of potential war with Iran citing the country's nuclear program.
The main argument used by the Americans and Israelis to justify the war with Iran has been the country's nuclear program. But where does Iran's enrichment program stand today? On Tuesday the nuclear site at Natanz was hit by airstrikes. And just days ago the Trump administration claimed that Tehran was only “a week away” from having a nuclear bomb.
