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Experts Warn: Bombing Iran's Nuclear Sites Risks Contamination

6/20/2025

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Bombing Iran's nuclear sites, like Natanz and Fordow, carries significant risks. While nuclear explosions aren't a threat, localized radiological hazards loom large. Experts caution that uranium aerosolization could endanger nearby communities, with chemical contamination from uranium in water being a major concern. The IAEA raises alarms over potential contamination amid rising military tensions.

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Bombing Iran's nuclear sites, like Natanz and Fordow, carries significant risks. While nuclear explosions aren't a threat, localized radiological hazards loom large. Experts caution that uranium aerosolization could endanger nearby communities, with chemical contamination from uranium in water being a major concern. The IAEA raises alarms over potential contamination amid rising military tensions.