IAEA expects very significant damage at iran's Fordow nuclear site

Nuclear Security & Safety Concerns - Craters are visible at the Fordow site, Iran's main uranium enrichment location at 60%, indicating potential use of ground penetrating munitions [1] - Significant damage is expected to have occurred at Fordow due to the explosive payload and vibration-sensitive centrifuges [2] - The IEA is not yet in a position to fully assess the underground damage at Fordow [1] Regulatory & Monitoring Status - The industry encourages the Iranian regulator to maintain contact with the IEA's incident and emergency center [2] - Inspectors remain in Iran, ready to undertake required tasks when agreed with Iran [2] - Arrangements have been made to guarantee the safety of inspectors [2]