Tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, spotlighting Iran's heavily fortified Fordow nuclear facility, crucial for uranium enrichment and potentially weaponizable. Built deep within a mountain, Fordow challenges Israeli military options, lacking the US-made bunker buster needed for destruction. Alternative strategies involve targeting power infrastructure or special forces, but risks of regional war and international fallout remain high.
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