"Secured and Safe" Iran Vows on Nuclear Uranium
Iranian military confirms protection of enriched uranium stockpiles
In the midst of Israel's week-long bombing campaign targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, a former Iranian commander asserts that the country had prepared for such an eventuality. According to Major General Mohsen Rezai, all relevant materials for nuclear weapon production were safely moved before the attacks[1].
A Revolutionary Guard Corps commander made a shocking announcement, stating that Iran had secured highly enriched uranium before the bombardment began[2]. General Rezai, in a TV interview, insisted, "All materials are now in our hands," emphasizing that the scientists and factories involved in the nuclear production were also secured[2].
Rezai hinted at Iranian leadership's early preparations for potential war, claiming that they anticipated such a conflict as early as March[3]. He firmly dismissed the idea of a ceasefire with Israel, instead advocating for an overwhelming response that would deter future attacks[3].
"Our punishment must be so severe that the enemy does not even dare to think of retaliation," Rezai declared. He warned that a ceasefire would only bring regret, further stating that the country would face grave consequences if forced into it[3].
Israel launched its massive offensive on Iran, attempting to thwart Tehran's plan for a nuclear bomb[4]. Since then, the Israeli military has continued bombing military and nuclear facilities in Iran.
History has it that Iran has stockpiled over 400 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60 percent, a level considered highly enriched and surplus for civilian purposes[1][3]. This quantity, experts contend, could produce about 25 kg of weapons-grade uranium within a week, enough for a nuclear weapon, and enough for up to ten weapons in about three weeks[1]. The Fordow facility, a key site for this enrichment activity, remains intact.
However, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) faces difficulties in monitoring Iran's nuclear program fully due to Iran's resistance to implement the Additional Protocol since early 2021 and limited cooperation[2]. Consequently, concerns persist about undisclosed nuclear activities and Iran's ability to convert its enriched uranium stockpile quickly into weapons-grade uranium[2].
In essence, authoritative monitoring bodies confirm that Iran has secured a substantial amount of highly enriched uranium before the recent Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities[1][2][3]. #Iran #MiddleEastConflict #Tehran #Israel
The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities and potential war-and-conflicts arising from the ongoing tensions. In the realm of politics and general news, this situation underscores the importance of international cooperation and transparency in managing such critical issues.
