Prior to Operation Epic Fury, the IC assesses Iran was trying to recover from the severe damage to its nuclear infrastructure sustained during the 12 Day War. Iran maintained the intention to rebuild its infrastructure and nuclear enrichment capability and continued to refuse to comply with its nuclear obligations with the iaea, refusing them access to key facilities. The IC assesses that China, Russia and North Korea see the United States as a strategic competitor and potential adversary. (17:28–17:40)
CLAIM
Asserts that Iran intends to rebuild its nuclear capabilities and refuses IAEA access to key facilities.
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