'So far no evidence': UN watchdog IAEA reports no nuclear leaks after airstrikes on Iran

Key Highlights

• "The IAEA is in permanent contact with countries in the region, so far, no evidence of any radiological impact." Safety and Sovereignty IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has repeatedly warned that targeting nuclear installations violates international norms and risks "catastrophic" humanitarian and environmental consequences.
• Although no leaks have been reported from the current volleys, the agency remains on high alert, coordinating with regional governments to ensure that any damage to civilian or research reactors does not lead to a radioactive release.
• The U. S.
• and Israel have both asserted that their operations are intended to dismantle the Iranian "machinery of slaughter" and its missile industry, while Tehran has responded by declaring all U. S.
• and Israeli assets in the region as "legitimate military targets."Published: 28 Feb 2026, 10:22 pm ISTShare Related TopicsUS Israel War on IranIran AirstrikeUS Iran ConflictIran Nuclear ProgramRead articles on appSubscribe to our NewsletterGet Latest Mathrubhumi Updates in EnglishFollowDisclaimer: Kindly avoid objectionable, derogatory, unlawful and lewd comments, while responding to reports.