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Iran Nuclear Sites Attacked, IAEA Reports No Damage or Radiation Leak

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed a series of attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, including a third strike in ten days on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. The agency reports no damage to operating reactors, no release of radiation, and normal plant conditions at the affected sites. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi expressed deep concern over the military activity near a nuclear plant, warning it could cause a major radiological incident. In response, Iranian officials warned that a "heavy price" would be exacted for the attacks, which they attributed to Israel.

Key Points: IAEA: No Damage After Attacks on Iran Nuclear Facilities

  • Bushehr plant struck third time in 10 days
  • No reactor damage or radiation release reported
  • Heavy water plant at Khondab also hit
  • Iran warns attackers will pay a "heavy price"
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No damage detected after Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran attack: IAEA

IAEA confirms attacks on Bushehr plant & other nuclear sites in Iran but reports no damage to reactors, radiation release, or safety risk.

"DG Rafael Mariano Grossi again expresses deep concern about recent reports of military activity in the vicinity of a nuclear power plant - IAEA"

Vienna, March 28

The International Atomic Energy Agency said that the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran was struck for the third time in 10 days.

The IAEA stated that neither was there any damage to operating reactor nor was any radiation release reported.

"IAEA informed by Iran of a new strike in the area of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, the third such incident in 10 days. No damage to operating reactor nor any radiation release reported, and condition of plant is normal, Iran says. DG Rafael Mariano Grossi again expresses deep concern about recent reports of military activity in the vicinity of a nuclear power plant, says it could cause major radiological incident if reactor were to be damaged. DG Grossi reiterates call for maximum military restraint to avoid risk of a nuclear accident," the IAEA reported.

The IAEA further said that the heavy water production plant at Khondab was also hit today in Iran.

"IAEA informed by Iran that the heavy water production plant at Khondab was also hit today. No radiation risk seen as installation contains no declared nuclear material. Separately, Iran reported today that an industrial facility - the Khuzestan Steel Production Factory which uses sealed Co-60 and Cs-137 radioactive sources for gauging - was subjected to strikes but there was no off-site radiation release," it said.

It further said that Shahid Rezayee Nejad Yellow Cake Production Facility in Yazd province was attacked.

"The IAEA has been informed by Iran that the Shahid Rezayee Nejad Yellow Cake Production Facility in Yazd province (also known as Ardakan) was attacked today. No increase in off-site radiation levels reported. The IAEA is looking into the report. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi reiterates call for military restraint to avoid any risk of a nuclear accident," the IAEA stated.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned a "heavy price" will be exacted after Israel attacked two civilian nuclear sites and steel factories, while Iran's military warned the US and Israel that they are "playing with fire" by attacking Iran's energy infrastructure.

- ANI

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Priya S
Thank God there was no radiation leak. But three strikes in 10 days? This is a dangerous escalation. The world cannot afford another Fukushima-type situation. All sides need to step back and talk.
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Aman W
The geopolitical tensions are spilling over in a very dangerous way. As an Indian, I'm worried about stability in our extended neighborhood. This affects global oil prices and security. Hope diplomacy prevails.
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Sarah B
While the IAEA report is reassuring for now, the pattern is alarming. Targeting multiple nuclear-related sites, even if "empty," sets a terrible precedent. The international community must be more vocal in condemning such actions, regardless of who is behind them.
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Vikram M
Complex situation. On one hand, no one wants a nuclear accident. On the other, Iran's nuclear program has been a source of tension for years. India has to walk a fine line, maintaining good relations with all parties while advocating for peace. Jai Hind.
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Karthik V
With respect, I think the IAEA's statement, while necessary, feels a bit weak. Just "expressing deep concern" after repeated strikes near a live reactor? Shouldn't there be a stronger, unified global mechanism to protect such critical infrastructure from being dragged into conflicts?

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