Israel's recent strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, while causing damage, may have only set back Iran's nuclear program by a few months, according to US intelligence. This assessment contradicts Israel's claims of a significant setback. The US believes Iran is still three years away from producing a deliverable nuclear weapon, but the untouched Fordow enrichment site remains a concern. Defense experts say Israel needs US assistance to fully disable Fordow. The US is deploying assets to the Middle East to protect its forces and defend Israel, creating a complex situation for the Trump administration which is trying to avoid direct military involvement.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.