International Atomic Energy Agency: No Damage Reported at Nuclear Facility Near City Attacked in Israel
Xinhua News Agency, Vienna, March 21 (Reporter Meng Fanyu) - The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) stated on the 21st that there are currently no signs of damage at the nuclear research center near the Israeli city of Dimona, which was hit by a missile attack.
The IAEA posted on social media that it has received reports regarding the missile attack in Dimona, but has not found any signs of damage to the nearby Negev Nuclear Research Center. Information from countries in the region indicates that no abnormal radiation levels have been detected.
IAEA Director General Grossi stated that he is closely monitoring the situation and emphasized that "maximum military restraint should be maintained, especially near nuclear facilities."
According to reports from Israeli rescue services, the city of Dimona was hit by a missile attack on the evening of the 21st, resulting in the collapse of a building and 47 injuries. Iranian media later confirmed that Iran launched a missile attack on Dimona that day. According to Iranian state television, an Iranian expert on international affairs stated that the attack on Dimona was a response to Israel's attack on Iran's Natanz nuclear facility.
On March 21, Iranian military launched a missile attack on Dimona, Israel, resulting in 47 injuries and the collapse of a building. The International Atomic Energy Agency reported no damage to the nearby nuclear research center and noted no abnormal radiation levels. The attack was confirmed by Iranian media as a response to Israeli actions against Iran's Natanz nuclear facility.
- Missile attack occurred on March 21 in Dimona, Israel.
- 47 people were injured and one building collapsed due to the attack.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency reported no damage to the nearby nuclear facility.
- Iran confirmed its involvement in the missile attack as retaliation against Israel.
- The IAEA emphasized the need for military restraint near nuclear facilities.