IAEA: No Further Damage at Iran Nuclear Sites After Reported Israeli Strikes

IAEA: Iran Nuclear Sites Show No Further Damage After Reported Strikes

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has stated that there has been no further damage to Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment plant since the reported Israeli strikes.

IAEA Assessment

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi briefed member states, noting that while an above-ground enrichment facility at Natanz was destroyed, there was no sign of physical damage to the underground facility. Four buildings at the Isfahan site were also reportedly damaged.

Grossi emphasized that the IAEA is closely monitoring the situation in Iran, assessing the status of nuclear facilities and radiation levels through communication with local authorities.

Details of the Damage

The attack on Natanz destroyed the above-ground part of the Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant (PFEP), where uranium was enriched up to 60% purity. Electricity infrastructure, including an electrical sub-station and emergency generators, were also destroyed.

Grossi noted radiological and chemical contamination at the site, but reported that radioactivity levels outside remained unchanged and normal.

Isfahan Nuclear Technology Centre

Four buildings were damaged in a separate attack on the Isfahan Nuclear Technology Centre. The Israeli military claimed the strike "dismantled a facility for producing metallic uranium".

Calls for Restraint

Grossi urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, warning that military escalation threatens lives and could lead to a radiological release.

Iran's Response

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the attacks a "blatant violation of international law" and urged the IAEA's board to issue a strong condemnation.