The International Atomic Energy Agency reports that the U.S. military strikes have incapacitated centrifuges at Iran's Fordo facility, marking a critical shift in nuclear capability.
Centrifuges at Fordo Uranium Plant Rendered Inoperable Following U.S. Airstrikes
Centrifuges at Fordo Uranium Plant Rendered Inoperable Following U.S. Airstrikes
U.N. Nuclear Agency Confirms Significant Damage to Iranian Enrichment Facility
In a recent interview, Rafael Grossi, the director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated that the centrifuges at the Fordo uranium enrichment plant in Iran are now “no longer operational.” This revelation came in response to the U.S. military's use of bunker-buster bombs on the facility, reported on French radio.
Grossi highlighted the challenges in assessing the extent of the damage using only satellite imagery, but emphasized the magnitude of the strikes: “There was no escaping significant physical damage.” He clarified that centrifuges, which require a high level of precision to function correctly, are particularly susceptible to destruction from intense vibrational forces caused by such powerful munitions.
While the exact pictures from the site remain under analysis, the IAEA continues to monitor developments closely. This situation marks a critical juncture in the ongoing tensions surrounding nuclear capabilities in the region.
Stay tuned for updates on this evolving story. Aurelien Breeden is a reporter with The Times based in Paris, providing insights on significant global events.
