Iran denies nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain as Trump orders more strikes

President Donald Trump identified the Iranian underground facility Pickaxe Mount·Latest event July 22, 2026

Jul 22

Iran denies nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain as Trump orders more strikes

Iran issued a formal denial regarding nuclear enrichment activity at the Pickaxe Mountain underground site following recent threats. This response comes as Trump ordered an eleventh night of airstrikes against various Iranian infrastructure targets. Trump stated he will continue the military campaign until the Iranian government agrees to meaningful negotiations. The conflict has now reached its 145th day with officials questioning if diplomacy can still prevent a full scale war. Reports from within Iran describe a deteriorating humanitarian situation marked by water shortages and intense repression. Despite the mounting pressure, both nations remain locked in a cycle of retaliatory attacks and military escalation.

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Jul 22

Trump identifies Pickaxe Mountain as a potential military target

Trump indicated that a heavy military strike against the underground site could occur very soon. This site is located approximately 100 meters underground beneath a mountain range. The facility has become a central point of tension in the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran. He named the location as a primary target for U.S. strikes during a recent radio interview. Iranian officials have responded with warnings of retaliation if the site is attacked. The facility is described as a nuclear site that is difficult to reach with conventional weapons.

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