Iran Says It Could Enrich Uranium to 90 Percent

Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for Iran's National Security Commission, said Iran will review the option of enriching its uranium to 90% purity if it is attacked again. The 90% purity level is required to make an atomic bomb and is widely considered weapons-grade uranium. Rezaei's statement follows recent strikes on Iran.

U.S. or Israel, according to separate reporting that aligns with his remarks. The spokesman serves as the official voice for Iran's National Security Commission on such matters.

His comments leave open the possibility of a major escalation in Tehran's nuclear program should further attacks occur. No additional details on timing or specific triggers beyond renewed attacks were provided in the statements. The remarks come amid heightened tensions with both the United States and Israel, though neither country is identified as having conducted the most recent strike in the available reporting.