The United States has announced a reward of up to $20 million for credible information about Iran’s nuclear programme, including its facilities, equipment and personnel, despite repeated claims by President Donald Trump that the country’s nuclear infrastructure had been completely destroyed.
The US Central Command disclosed the offer on Friday in a statement posted on its official X account, explaining that the reward was being provided through the State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme.
According to the military command, individuals who provide useful intelligence about Iran’s nuclear activities could receive up to $20 million, alongside possible relocation assistance.
The programme is seeking information about nuclear-related facilities, equipment and individuals connected to the programme, particularly members of Iran’s scientific community.
The US military also encouraged anyone with relevant information to submit tips through the Rewards for Justice website.
The announcement comes amid continuing international concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the extent of its uranium enrichment activities.
In 2025, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that Iran had enriched uranium to 60 per cent purity, significantly above the level required for civilian nuclear energy production and relatively close to the 90 per cent enrichment threshold generally associated with weapons-grade uranium.
In June 2025, the United States and Israel launched military strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, targeting several strategic installations linked to the country’s nuclear programme.
Following the operation, Trump declared that the facilities had been “completely and totally obliterated.” However, subsequent assessments suggested that the attacks had significantly weakened Iran’s nuclear capabilities without necessarily eliminating the programme entirely.
Tensions escalated further on February 28, 2026, when the United States and Israel launched a broader military campaign against Iran, stating that their objective was to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.
The offensive reportedly resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, during its opening phase, triggering retaliatory attacks by Tehran and widening the conflict across the region.
The confrontation also disrupted commercial shipping through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over global energy supplies and contributing to volatility in international oil markets.
The latest $20 million intelligence reward underscores Washington’s continued interest in monitoring Iran’s nuclear activities, despite the president’s earlier assertions that its key nuclear facilities had been destroyed.
