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This bill, known as the Bunker Buster Act of 2025, addresses potential nuclear threats from Iran and aims to support Israel's preparedness. The bill provides the President with authorization to take specific actions to ensure Israel can respond to Iran's nuclear program, following findings that Iran has been increasingly enriching uranium to high levels and potentially moving closer to weapons-grade material. These actions include constructing infrastructure in Israel to support large ordnance systems like the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP), which can destroy underground nuclear facilities, storing and potentially transferring these munitions to Israeli custody under strict conditions, providing training for Israeli personnel, and conducting joint research and development. The President can only exercise these authorities after determining it is vital to U.S. national security and only if specific conditions are met, such as Iran's non-compliance with nuclear safeguards agreements or reducing international inspectors' access. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that it should not be interpreted as an authorization for military force against Iran, emphasizing diplomatic and preparedness-focused intentions. The bill's broader context includes recent regional tensions, including conflicts involving Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, which are viewed as Iranian-supported groups, and the IAEA's concerns about Iran's nuclear program.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4281/all-info