Contested Claims: Iran's Atomic Accusations

Iran accuses the U.S. and Israel of targeting its Natanz facility, while the IAEA reports no evidence of strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Diplomatic tensions rise as Iran calls for international condemnation and warns against misinformation propagated by the U.S., led by former President Trump.

Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) alleged that United States and Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran's Natanz enrichment facility, despite contrasting reports from the UN nuclear watchdog.

Reza Najafi claimed these attacks on Iran's peaceful nuclear sites were based on falsehoods about nuclear weapon development. However, IAEA chief Rafael Grossi stated there is no indication that any nuclear facilities in Iran have been damaged, highlighting the need for military restraint amidst rising regional tensions.

Najafi criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump, describing American actions as deceptive, and called upon the IAEA Board of Governors to condemn the strikes as unlawful.

(With inputs from agencies.)