New Delhi, June 26 -- As scrutiny intensifies over the effectiveness of last weekend's US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, both US President Donald Trump and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth have firmly denied claims that Iran managed to move any of its 400 kilograms (880 pounds) highly enriched uranium stockpiles ahead of the bombardment.

Their remarks come amid growing speculation, including satellite imagery analysis and anonymous sources, suggesting Iran may have successfully relocated part of its near weapons-grade nuclear material before the attacks.

Taking to Truth Social on Thursday morning, President Donald Trump dismissed suggestions that Iran had hidden any nuclear material prior to the airstrikes.

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