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Iran's foreign minister has alerted the UN to grave risks of radioactive contamination following recent US-Israeli strikes near the Bushehr nuclear power plant. A projectile near the facility killed one staff member, prompting IAEA concerns about escalating attacks near nuclear infrastructure and the potential for accidents.

The United States and Israel conducted fresh strikes on Iran's Natanz uranium-enrichment facility, escalating ongoing hostilities. Iranian officials confirmed the attack, stating there were no immediate radioactive leaks, while vowing to rebuild the infrastructure. The IAEA previously warned of potential radiological release risks from such strikes.

IAEA Director-General rafael mariano grossi arrived in Russia to discuss nuclear safety in Ukraine amidst ongoing fighting. He is meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin to address concerns about the fragile state of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and find ways to mitigate the risk of a potential nuclear catastrophe.

Iran's Natanz nuclear complex was reportedly hit in US and Israeli military actions, raising radiation risks. This marks the second attack on the facility within a year, with the IAEA warning of serious consequences and potential radiological release due to operational nuclear plants in the region. Despite repeated strikes, Iran vows to rebuild its nuclear infrastructure.

Iran's Natanz nuclear facility was reportedly targeted in recent US and Israeli military operations, according to Tehran's UN envoy. President Pezeshkian vowed to rebuild, asserting Iran's nuclear program is for civilian use, not weapons. IAEA chief Grossi expressed grave concern over potential radiological releases, urging restraint amid escalating regional tensions.

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) director general rafael mariano grossi commended India's responsible nuclear power record and its global leadership in civil nuclear applications during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister emphasized India's commitment to safe and secure atomic energy and its ambitious goals to increase environmentally-friendly nuclear power capacity. Both sides agreed to explore cooperation between India and IAEA for extending civil nuclear technology applications.

The IAEA's December report indicated that Iran had escalated its uranium enrichment to 60 percent, which is close to the weapons-grade threshold of 90 percent. This development has heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, especially after Iran's response to an alleged Israeli strike in Syria by attacking Israel with drones and missiles on April 13, although these were largely thwarted, a Newsweek report said.

A draft proposal for accepting new members into the NSG may have boosted India’s chances while requiring Pakistan to take additional steps to engage in civil nuclear trade with the 48 member states.

A projectile struck near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, approximately 350 meters from the reactor, according to the IAEA. The agency confirmed no damage to the reactor or injuries, but stressed that attacks near nuclear facilities violate safety principles. Russia's Rosatom reported the strike took place Tuesday and is urging de-escalation amid ongoing regional hostilities.

Iran has ramped up its production of near weapons-grade uranium in recent weeks, according to a report published by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This marks a reversal of the previous slowdown that began earlier this year. In the report to member states, Director General rafael mariano grossi stated that Iran had "increased its production of highly enriched uranium, reversing a previous output reduction from mid-2023," as confirmed by an IAEA spokesperson on Sunday.

Negotiations between Iran and the US regarding Tehran's nuclear program are at a critical point. rafael mariano grossi highlights the IAEA's role in verifying any potential agreement. Discussions will continue in Rome after initial talks in Oman. Prince Khalid bin Salman's visit to Tehran marks a significant step since the 2023 detente.