Israel Conducts Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities Amid Threat of Retaliation

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Israeli military confirms strike on Iranian uranium facility, steel plants and heavy water complex.

The Israeli Air Force has confirmed that it struck a uranium processing facility in Yazd, Iran’s central city. The facility was described as a “unique” site within Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The Khondab Heavy Water Complex in central Iran was also targeted. Additionally, two major steel plants, the Khuzestan Steel facility and the Mobarakeh Steel complex, were hit.

Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization has confirmed the strikes, but reported no casualties or radiation leaks. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran will “exact a heavy price” for Israeli attacks on several infrastructure sites.

The conflict between Israel and Iran has entered its 28th day, with strikes occurring across the country. The Khuzestan Steel facility in southwest Iran was damaged, as well as an electrical substation, an alloy steel production line, and a warehouse. Strikes also hit areas around Tehran, Kashan, and Ahwaz.

According to Iranian officials, US-Israeli attacks have resulted in at least 1,900 deaths since the war began on February 28. Over 120 museums and historical sites across Iran have been damaged due to hostilities.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel would “intensify” its campaign against Iran. IRGC Aerospace Commander Seyed Majid Moosavi warned of escalating tensions, urging employees of US and Israeli-linked industrial companies in the region to vacate their workplaces.

US President Donald Trump had previously announced a 10-day delay in planned attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure, but Iranian officials rejected this characterization, stating that Washington’s proposal was “one-sided and unfair”. Pakistan is reportedly relaying messages between the two sides, with Turkey and Egypt also supporting mediation.

Source: Al Jazeera