The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) dropped a Friday update that’s got the world talking: Key buildings at Iran’s Khondab heavy water research site were damaged in recent strikes. 🚨 According to the agency’s X post, the distillation unit – a critical part of the facility – took a hit.
What We Know So Far
While the reactor under construction wasn’t operational and contained no nuclear material (so no radiation risks, folks!), the IAEA upgraded its Thursday assessment to confirm structural damage. Think of it like a high-stakes game of Jenga – some crucial blocks got pulled, but the tower’s still standing. 🧱
Why It Matters
Heavy water reactors can produce plutonium, which has dual uses – think energy production 🏭 or… less peaceful applications. With tensions simmering in the Middle East, this update adds fuel to the geopolitical fire. 🔥 The IAEA’s keeping its 👀 on the situation, but questions linger about what comes next for nuclear diplomacy.
