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U.N. Detects Uranium Traces in Syria's Secret Nuclear Site
9/5/2025
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Story summary
- The U.N. nuclear watchdog detected uranium traces at a site in Syria linked to a secret nuclear program.
- Located in Deir el-Zour, the site was destroyed by Israeli airstrikes in 2007.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) suggested activities may relate to nuclear weapons.
- Environmental samples showed a significant presence of natural uranium particles.
- Syria's government has agreed to cooperate with the IAEA for further investigations.
