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Iran Seen Working on Nuclear Site Hit by US

Iran Seen Working on Nuclear Site Hit by US

Summary

New satellite images show Iran working on a nuclear site damaged in recent airstrikes by the U.S. and Israel. The images suggest Iran is trying to recover or restore parts of its nuclear program, raising international concerns. The site, part of Iran's broader nuclear complex, is important for research on uranium enrichment.

Key Facts

  • Satellite images reveal activity at a damaged uranium enrichment site in Iran.
  • The site, PFEP, plays a key role in Iran's nuclear research and development.
  • The Institute for Science and International Security highlighted new coverings on the damaged facility, suggesting Iran aims to retrieve materials discreetly.
  • The U.S. and Israel targeted this and other nuclear sites during a 12-day conflict in June.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency can only access certain sites, as Iran bars entry to those hit by airstrikes.
  • The renewed activity at the PFEP site has raised global concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities.
  • Other major Iranian nuclear sites are currently inactive according to recent observations.

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