The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) issued an urgent warning on March 2, 2026, about potential radiological releases from Iran’s damaged nuclear facilities following joint US-Israeli strikes.
Nuclear Sites Damaged
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirmed extensive destruction at Natanz enrichment plant, Isfahan complex (four buildings hit), and other sites like Fordow and Bushehr power plant. No off-site radiation detected yet, but internal contamination risks major evacuations rivaling city scales if conflict escalates.
Global Safety Call
Grossi reported no response from Iranian regulators despite outreach attempts, stressing maximum restraint near nuclear zones to avert catastrophe. Neighboring countries show normal background radiation, but prolonged attacks threaten chemical/radiological spills with regional fallout.
