Recent US airstrikes have severely damaged Iran’s key nuclear installations, significantly escalating the ongoing tensions between the two countries. These strikes specifically targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Details of the Strikes
The damage was inflicted using bunker buster bombs delivered by American B-2 stealth bomber jets. Despite the destructive impact, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that there were no radiation leaks from the damaged sites.
Iran’s Response
Iranian authorities have admitted that the nuclear sites were badly hit and recently passed legislation to suspend cooperation with the IAEA, which is the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog. Following the strikes, Iran intensified its internal security measures, including:
- Mass arrests
- Executions of individuals accused of being Israeli spies
Regional Conflict and Ceasefire
The strikes come after a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel, which ended abruptly with a US-brokered ceasefire. Since the ceasefire, Iran has partially reopened its airspace, though the situation remains highly volatile.
International Reactions and Future Outlook
The US administration is preparing to further defend the strikes amidst growing international scrutiny. CIA Director John Ratcliffe highlighted that it will take years for Iran to rebuild its nuclear program.
The global community continues to monitor the situation closely as diplomatic efforts to restore peace are underway. Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest updates on this developing story.
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