**Israel Strikes Iran’s Arak Nuclear Reactor — No Radiological Threat, Says IAEA**

In a bold military move, Israel launched a targeted airstrike on Iran’s Arak nuclear reactor—officially known as the Khondab heavy-water facility—amid rising tensions between the two nations. The site, once central to Iran's plutonium-based weapons ambitions, had long been under international scrutiny.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) swiftly responded, confirming that the reactor was *not operational* and *contained no nuclear material*, effectively ruling out any radiological risk. Adjacent heavy-water production sites were also reportedly left intact.

While the physical damage may be limited, the strike sends a clear geopolitical signal. Israel appears determined to prevent any revival of Iran’s nuclear capabilities, particularly its heavy-water program, despite the site being inactive.

The attack comes in the wake of a week-long exchange of missile and drone attacks between the two countries, which has already resulted in hundreds of casualties.

Though the IAEA emphasized safety, it also reiterated that nuclear facilities should *never* be targeted in armed conflict—hinting at growing international concern over the escalation.

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