President George W. Bush described the 2007 NIE's language about Iran's nuclear program as 'eye-popping.'
Notes on verification
Confirmed by CIA/RAND monograph, Bush's own memoir 'Decision Points', and a third independent source citing McGovern. Multiple independent, high-quality sources including a primary source (Bush's memoir) corroborate the exact quote and context.
Sources
- The 2007 NIE on Iran's Nuclear Intentions and Capabilities - CSI - CIA (cia.gov)
- http://www.david-morrison.org.uk/iran/iran-bush-on-nie.htm (david-morrison.org.uk)
- https://www.globalresearch.ca/why-iran-distrusts-the-us-in-nuke-talks/5440559 (globalresearch.ca)