Iran war: Israel hits Iranian heavy water nuclear reactor
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Iran war: Israel hits Iranian heavy water nuclear reactor
"An Iranian research reactor in Khondab was bombed 'in two stages by aggression from the American and Zionist enemy,' according to an Iranian official. Authorities reported no casualties and no danger of a radiation leak."
"Heavy water is about 10% denser than normal water and can be used to slow down neutrons in nuclear reactors, as well as for producing tritium and other scientific applications."
A research reactor in Khondab, Iran, was bombed in a two-stage attack attributed to the US and Israel. Iranian officials confirmed no casualties or radiation leaks occurred. The Israeli military acknowledged the strike on the heavy water facility, which is used in nuclear reactors. Heavy water serves various scientific purposes, including slowing down neutrons and producing tritium. The UN has raised concerns about potential catastrophes in the region, while the US is urged to conclude investigations into related incidents.
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