US, Israel lost despite pinpoint strikes on Iran nuclear facilities? Tom Cooper explains
Published on Jun 29, 2025 09:26 PM IST
Did the US bunker-buster bombs really 'obliterate' Iranian nuclear sites? Does Iran have another secret nuclear facility? Is Donald Trump's true motive really 'peace' or there's more to the US President's plans? And will the US-brokered 'ceasefire' between Iran and Israel really last? Hindustan Times is joined by military historian and aviation expert Tom Cooper, who answers these questions and dives deeper into the 12-day war between Iran and Israel. Mr. Cooper gives insights about Iran and Israel's defence capabilities, discusses the geopolitical implications of the war and talks about the future of Iran's nuclear program. Watch his full interview here.
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