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US: Iran Weakened but Remains a Threat, Says Gabbard

Published March 18, 2026, 17:11
US: Iran Weakened but Remains a Threat, Says Gabbard

The director of the US National Intelligence Service, Tulsi Gabbard, stated that the Iranian government has been weakened after the recent military campaign, but remains capable of attacking US and allied interests in the Middle East. Gabbard said that Iran has not attempted to restart its nuclear enrichment program after the attack, contradicting President Trump's claims. The hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee focused on the war in Iran, with lawmakers seeking more information about the air campaign and its cost. Democrats are protesting the lack of information provided to Congress about the war. According to Gabbard, the entrances to the underground facilities that were bombed have been sealed, making it impossible to restore enrichment capabilities. However, the official did not mention this during her oral testimony, citing time constraints.