New Report Reveals: Iran Still Has the Capability to Develop Its Nuclear Program After "Fordow" Strike

The British newspaper "The Times" has reported statements by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, in which he confirmed that Iran still has the capability to develop its nuclear program. Grossi clarified that the Iranian government still possesses the necessary means to manufacture the centrifuges required to enrich its uranium stockpile, despite the strikes that targeted its facilities.

Impact of the Strike on the "Fordow" Reactor and Access to Stockpiles

Grossi noted that the strike on the "Fordow" nuclear facility was highly effective, destroying almost all sensitive equipment on the site. However, the strike did not completely halt the nuclear program, as Iran remains capable of continuing enrichment operations.

He added that inspections have resumed at Iran's nuclear facilities, but the IAEA has not yet been granted full access to Iran's 60% enriched uranium stockpile. This level of enrichment is very close to weapons-grade, which raises international concerns about the potential development of nuclear weapons.

The Iranian Nuclear Program and Escalating Tensions

Iran began its nuclear program in the 1970s, which includes research reactors, enrichment, and the production of enriched uranium. This program has been a subject of continuous international dispute due to fears of its use for military purposes.

Centrifuges play a fundamental role in uranium enrichment; the higher the enrichment level, the more the uranium can be used for either military or civilian purposes. Despite the regular inspections conducted by the IAEA, it faces limitations in gaining full access to some sensitive stockpiles.

Iran's continued development of its nuclear program leads to escalating regional and international tensions, posing significant challenges for the international community in terms of negotiation and oversight to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons.