The U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear enrichment sites has sparked fears of radioactive fallout due to the use of bunker-buster bombs on facilities containing significant amounts of enriched uranium. Experts clarify that while localized contamination is possible, risks associated with chemical toxicity are more pronounced, particularly from toxic gases generated during nuclear enrichment processes. The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed no off-site increase in radiation following the attacks. However, careful target selection by the U.S. and Israel is critical, especially to avoid striking Iran's civilian reactors, which could lead to severe contamination risks.
The attack on Iranian nuclear sites doesn't pose the same hazard as an accident with a functioning nuclear reactor, as radioactive contamination is likely to be local.
Rafael Mariono Grossi stated that the main concern following the bombing is chemical toxicity, highlighting the dangers from toxic gases produced during nuclear enrichment.
Experts argue that while there is no immediate risk of widespread radioactive fallout, the U.S. and Israel must choose future targets carefully.
Grossi emphasized the critical nature of steering clear from Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant to avoid catastrophic consequences from a direct hit.
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