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What is Pickaxe Mountain, Iran’s secretive facility Trump says the US will attack ‘pretty soon’?
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 22, 2026
· 5 min read
By Jessie Yeung, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump continues to claim that the US will attack Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain – turning attention to the suspected underground nuclear site where Israel believes Tehran has stored part of its enriched uranium stockpile and advanced enrichment centrifuges. ...
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Key takeaway The facility is buried at least 100 meters (328 feet) under a large mountain called Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La, with Kolang translating to Pickaxe, according to the Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS).
Why this matters in The El Paso
The potential US attack on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain facility has significant implications for the local business community in El Paso, particularly those involved in international trade and commerce. As a major transportation hub, El Paso's economy is closely tied to global events, and any escalation of tensions in the Middle East could lead to increased uncertainty and volatility in the market. Local businesses that rely on imports and exports may need to reassess their supply chains and contingency plans in the event of a conflict. Furthermore, the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its role as a key crossing point for international trade make it vulnerable to any disruptions in global commerce. As the situation unfolds, El Paso's business leaders will be watching closely to see how the potential attack on Pickaxe Mountain affects the local economy and global trade flows.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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