Israel Strikes Iran Nuclear Facilities

Israel conducted airstrikes on Iran's main nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz and a research site in Isfahan, causing extensive damage to buildings and power infrastructure. Rafael Grossi, Director-General of the International — International Atomic Energy Agency, warned of potential radiological and chemical contamination within the Natanz facility due to uranium hexafluoride, a highly toxic gas. While external radiation levels remain normal, the internal risks are significant. The International — International Atomic Energy Agency emphasized the critical need for timely technical information from Iran to assess the situation and provide assistance. Russia requested an urgent International — International Atomic Energy Agency board session to discuss the attacks, and Venezuela, along with other states including Iran and Russia, condemned Israel's actions. Satellite images from Planet Labs and General Atomics confirmed the widespread damage. The strikes have escalated tensions and raised concerns about the long-term assurance that Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons.