Iran’s key nuclear site at Natanz was struck in an airstrike on Saturday, according to the country’s official news agency, Mizan. Authorities confirmed that there has been no radiation leakage following the attack, easing immediate safety concerns.
Natanz, widely regarded as Iran’s primary uranium enrichment facility, has been a repeated target amid rising regional tensions. The site had already suffered damage earlier during the conflict, with satellite imagery showing multiple affected structures in the initial phase of the war.
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog had previously assessed that no radiological consequences were expected from the earlier strike, suggesting that sensitive nuclear material remained contained despite the damage.
Located around 220 kilometers southeast of Tehran, the Natanz facility has long been at the center of geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme. It was notably targeted during the 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel in June 2025, with strikes also reportedly carried out by the United States.
Any direct hit on nuclear infrastructure carries global implications, not only for regional security but also for nuclear safety. The situation is likely to draw international attention, with calls for restraint expected from global powers and organizations.
The broader conflict, now entering its third week, shows no signs of slowing down. Israel reported that Iran launched fresh missile attacks early Saturday, while Saudi Arabia said it intercepted and downed 20 drones within a span of just a few hours in its oil-rich eastern region.
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