The US threatens Iran's "Mt. Kush" nuclear facility The main target of potential attacks on the US is the underground uranium enrichment plant under Mt. Mkush, located 2 km from Tanz and 220 km south of Tehran. Construction began in 2020 after a sabotage incident at centrifuge assembly sites. Deep underground shielding The installations are estimated at a depth of 80-100 m in granite. The US GBU-57 MOP-bunker-buster penetrates ~60m, suggesting it may not destroy this hardened site. Trump has repeatedly threatened to destroy it without nuclear weapons. Civilian nuclear attack protocols Iranian state television issued emergency instructions:.
- Do not look at the explosion light; Shelter behind barriers.
- Move to baselines or building centers away from windows.
- Sealing doors/windows; Turn off external air ventilation.
- remove outer clothing in sealed bags; shower with soap/water.
- use bottled water/food; Stay protected for 24+ hours pending official approval.