Mysterious activity at Iranian mountain site draws new scrutiny

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Petition scrolls hang from the Azadi (Freedom) tower during a demonstration of a group of hard-liners demanding Iranian nuclear negotiators to sign a “good deal” with 5+1 countries that reserves rights of the Iranian nation, in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, June 30, 2015. This week, satellite imagery reviewed by researchers shows new road work, reinforced access points and ongoing construction activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain complex during 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

A new analysis of satellite imagery suggests construction activity has increased sharply at Iran’s mysterious Pickaxe Mountain complex, a heavily fortified underground site that security experts believe could play a role in the country’s nuclear program. Researchers say the location has seen more activity this year than at any point since construction began, CNN reported.

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