MIT professor Theodore Postol said that US and Israeli strikes have mainly hit Iran’s surface infrastructure, while the core of its military capabilities remains underground.

Speaking on a YouTube channel, he stated that the situation is developing in Iran’s favor. In his assessment, although significant damage is being inflicted, it is largely limited to above-ground facilities, while Iran’s main retaliatory capabilities are protected in underground structures.

Postol also pointed to the design and engineering of Iran’s defense system, noting that key facilities are embedded in an extensive network of tunnels. He said that even strikes on tunnel entrances do not necessarily destroy the underlying infrastructure, creating a serious challenge for the United States and Israel, as such underground systems are extremely difficult to eliminate.

The US and Israeli military campaign against Iran has been ongoing since February 28, with both sides continuing to exchange strikes. Israel states its goal is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Washington has said it aims to weaken Iran’s military potential and has called for regime change. Iran, in turn, says it is ready to defend itself and sees no reason to resume negotiations.