Iran has confirmed there is no radioactive contamination following U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear facilities in Isfahan, Fordow, and Natanz. Authorities say radiation levels remain normal and there is no threat to nearby residents. The strikes mark a significant escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict, drawing the U.S. into direct involvement and raising concerns across the region.

The National Nuclear Safety System Center of Iran stated that radiation detectors at all three sites recorded no leakage or abnormal activity, adding that “there is no danger to residents living near the affected areas.”

Details of the Attack

According to reports, the U.S. deployed a mix of advanced military assets in the overnight strikes, including:

• 6 B-2 Spirit stealth bombers
• Virginia/Los Angeles-class submarines
• 12 GBU-57 ‘bunker buster’ bombs
• 30 Tomahawk cruise missiles
• F-22 Raptors and F-35 Lightning II jets

One of the key targets, the Fordow facility, is known as Iran’s most fortified and clandestine nuclear site. U.S. military capabilities were reportedly the only ones capable of penetrating its deep underground defenses.

The U.S. move follows days of speculation after President Donald Trump indicated he might take up to two weeks to decide whether to support Israel militarily. The swift and decisive nature of the assault now raises fears of a broader regional conflict.

Contamination Risks and Expert Opinions

Experts suggest that while uranium enrichment facilities carry some chemical hazards, the risk of widespread radioactive contamination is limited, especially for underground sites like Fordow and Natanz. The primary concern, they warn, would be any future strikes on reactor sites like Bushehr, which house active radioactive fuel.

Should volatile radioactive materials be released at such facilities, they could spread via atmospheric plumes or marine contamination.

Iran Vows to Continue Nuclear Program

In a firm response, Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation condemned the attacks as a violation of international law and pledged that the country’s “national industry”—widely interpreted as its nuclear development program—“will not be halted.”

While the full extent of damage to the nuclear sites has not yet been disclosed, the situation remains fluid, with geopolitical analysts warning of potential retaliatory measures in the coming days.