Iran's atomic chief has affirmed that the nation's nuclear activities will continue, according to a report by the state-run IRIB news agency.
Mohammad Eslami, the President of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran, made these remarks during an interview on Tuesday, addressing recent attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran's nuclear infrastructure.
Eslami highlighted that Iran had proactively prepared for such scenarios, ensuring that any damage could be assessed and mitigated swiftly. He emphasized that plans were in place to prevent any interruption in the country's nuclear production and services, reinforcing Iran's commitment to its nuclear program.
This statement follows a series of escalations that began on 13 June, when Israel launched significant airstrikes targeting various locations in Iran, including nuclear and military sites. These strikes resulted in the deaths of several senior commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians. In retaliation, Iran launched multiple waves of missile and drone attacks on Israel, causing casualties and significant damage.
The conflict further intensified when the United States conducted strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. In response, Iran targeted the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with missiles on Monday.
Amidst these tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday night that Israel and Iran had agreed to a complete ceasefire, marking the end of the "12-Day War." Despite this ceasefire, Israel claimed on Tuesday morning that it had detected new missile launches from Iran, an accusation that the Iranian military denied.
The situation remains fluid, with Iran's steadfast commitment to its nuclear activities underscoring the ongoing geopolitical complexities in the region.
