Escalation of Airstrikes and Reactions
Israel's military warned civilians to evacuate around Iran's Arak heavy water reactor, signaling the potential for further strikes in its ongoing airstrike campaign against Iran.
The airstrikes, now in their seventh day, have targeted key Iranian sites, including Natanz and Isfahan, resulting in significant casualties and damage, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israel.
Nuclear Concerns and International Response
The Arak heavy water reactor, crucial for producing plutonium potentially usable in nuclear weapons, has been a focal point of international concern, especially after Iran's partial compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has urged against strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, emphasizing the loss of oversight over Iran's heavy water production and the potential for nuclear proliferation.