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The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has condemned the recent Israeli attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran that took place early Friday morning. Guterres urged all parties to stop any military actions that could lead to further escalation in the region, highlighting the seriousness of the situation as negotiations between the United States and Iran regarding the controversial Iranian nuclear program are underway.
Israel has confirmed that it has begun a military operation that, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will last “as long as necessary to eliminate the threat.” Iranian official sources have reported that the attack resulted in the death of Hossein Salami, leader of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, as well as other high-ranking military officials and nuclear scientists.
Guterres has expressed deep concern about these events and has called on both parties to exercise the necessary restraint to avoid a larger conflict, emphasizing that the region cannot afford any more tensions. In response to these attacks, the Iranian government has sent a letter to the UN Security Council, characterizing the bombings as “state terrorism” and requesting an emergency meeting. This letter, signed by Foreign Minister Sayed Abbas Araghchi, describes the attacks as violations of international law.
Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has also joined calls for caution, warning of the risk of a broader conflict. Grossi confirmed that although the Natanz enrichment facility was attacked, no increases in radiation levels have been detected and that the facilities in Isfahan and Fordow were not affected. He reiterated that nuclear facilities should not be targeted, as this could have serious consequences for nuclear safety and the environment.
This bombing coincides with the proximity of a new round of negotiations between Iran and the United States, further fueling tensions in the region. In light of these events, schools in Israel will remain closed as a precaution against possible Iranian retaliation.
Furthermore, following the recent IAEA resolution regarding Iran’s non-compliance with nuclear safeguards, the country has expressed its intention to build a new uranium enrichment plant. In this context, Grossi has shown his willingness to cooperate with all involved parties to ensure the safety of nuclear facilities, even offering to travel to Iran to assess the situation. Despite the military escalation, he stated that the only sustainable path to peace and stability in the region is through dialogue and diplomacy.
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Source: MiMub in Spanish
