Trump Warns Iran Against Activity at Pickaxe Mountain, Threatens ‘Hard’ Response

Trump warns Iran not to act recklessly at Pickaxe Mountain, hinting at potential strikes as tensions rise.

September 10, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dallas, United States — President Donald Trump warned Iran on Wednesday that the United States may target its fortified Pickaxe Mountain site, urging Tehran to avoid provoking a strong response.

During a speech at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Trump stated, We notice there is a little activity at Pickaxe. I would advise Iran not to get cute because we will have to hit them very hard. The location, situated near the damaged Natanz uranium enrichment facility, features two deep underground tunnel complexes.

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The U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran in February, leading to retaliatory strikes from Iran against Israeli and Gulf targets. Trump has repeatedly warned of potential strikes on Pickaxe Mountain since mid-July, linking the escalating tensions to rising energy prices ahead of the November midterm elections. The site, located 220 kilometers south of Tehran, was not targeted during prior conflicts, according to a U.S.-based nuclear research institute.

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