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IAEA Warns of Major Radiological Accident After Strikes Near Iran Nuclear Plant

The International Atomic Energy Agency has expressed deep concern over reported military strikes near Iran's operational Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, warning that any damage could cause a major radiological disaster. According to analysis, combined forces have intensified strikes on Iranian missile facilities, airbases, and naval infrastructure. In retaliation, Iran's IRGC announced a wave of strikes targeting American and Israeli military installations, including bases and oil depots. The escalating attacks raise the risk of a nuclear safety crisis with potential regional consequences.

Key Points: IAEA Warns of Radiological Risk After Iran Nuclear Plant Strikes

  • IAEA warns of major radiological accident risk
  • Strikes reported near Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant
  • Combined forces target Iranian missile and air bases
  • IRGC launches retaliatory strikes on US, Israeli assets
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IAEA flags radiological accident concerns after reports of strike on Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns strikes near Iran's Bushehr plant risk a major radiological accident. Iran and combined forces exchange attacks on military targets.

"damage to the facility could result in a major radiological accident affecting a large area in Iran and beyond - IAEA statement"

London, March 27

The International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi has reiterated his deep concern about recent military strikes reportedly occurring near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, the latest on Tuesday evening.

According to a statement the IAEA, "Given that it is an operating nuclear power plant with a large amount of nuclear material, DG Grossi warns that damage to the facility could result in a major radiological accident affecting a large area in Iran and beyond. DG Grossi calls again for maximum restraint to avoid the risk of such a nuclear accident and stresses the importance of observing the 7 pillars for ensuring nuclear safety and security during a conflict."

According to an analysis by think tank, the Institute for the Study of War the combined force has continued to strike Iranian missile forces and launchers as well as missile storage and production facilities.

Strikes targeting the Iranian defence industrial base have been intensified. The think tank says that the combined force likely struck the 7th Artesh Air Force Tactical Airbase in Shiraz, Fars Province.

The combined force reportedly hit the IRGC Ground Forces Ansar ol Hossein Provincial Unit in Hamedan City, Hamedan Province. The IDF also struck an IRGC headquarters around Bonab, East Azerbaijan Province.

Citing satellite imagery from March 15 the think tank said significant damage was inflicted to Iranian naval and air infrastructure at the IRGC 4th Sarallah Naval District in Bushehr Province. The 4th Sarallah Naval District is responsible for controlling the central Persian Gulf, including the South Pars gas field.

The Iranian side also continued its retaliatory operations. Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced the execution of wave 83 of Operation True Promise 4 in the early hours of Friday, targeting key American and Israeli military installations across the region with missiles and drones.

According to a statement from the IRGC's Public Relations, the strikes targeted a range of strategic assets belonging to American and Israeli forces.

Among the targets were storage tanks and the oil depot in Ashdod, a military personnel site in the Modi'in settlement, and a US military information exchange centre in the region.

The IRGC also struck American military bases at Al-Dhafra and Al-Udeiri, along with maintenance and storage hangars for transport aircraft and drones at Ali Al-Salem Air Base.

Additional targets include fuel tanks for jets and fighter aircraft of American forces, as well as the maintenance and repair hangar for the Patriot missile system at Sheikh Isa Base.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The escalation is getting out of hand. Strikes near a nuclear plant, even if targeting military sites, is playing with fire. India has vital interests in the Gulf for energy and our diaspora's safety. We need strong diplomatic channels to de-escalate this, for everyone's sake.
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Aman W
While the concern is valid, the IAEA seems to focus only on the risks from strikes *near* Iran's plant. What about the safety protocols at the plant itself during conflict? Are they robust enough? The "7 pillars" they mention should be publicly assessed for all facilities in conflict zones.
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Sarah B
The article mentions the 4th Sarallah Naval District controls the South Pars gas field. That's a huge energy hub. Any major disruption there sends shockwaves through global oil and gas markets. Our economy in India is already sensitive to energy prices. This conflict is hitting too close to home.
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Karthik V
It's a cycle of retaliation with no end in sight. Wave 83 of Operation True Promise? That's a staggering number of exchanges. Civilians on all sides, and neighbouring countries like ours, are the ones who will ultimately pay the price. Where is the international mediation? 😟
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Nikhil C
The strategic calculus is frightening. Strikes on missile storage near a nuclear plant... it shows how boundaries are being pushed. India has to be very careful and pragmatic in its foreign policy stance here. Our national security cannot be compromised by a conflict spilling over.

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