UN nuclear chief voices concern over recent attack near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:46:00 +0200

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, expressed deep concern after reports of a projectile attack near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant on April 4, 2026. This marks the fourth such attack in recent weeks. The strike resulted in the death of one member of the physical protection staff and damage to a building on-site, although no radiation levels increased. Grossi emphasized the risks of attacks on nuclear facilities, reiterating that such incidents could lead to severe nuclear safety risks, especially if they damage critical safety infrastructure. He called for restraint from military actions near nuclear sites to prevent accidents. The IAEA continues to push for adherence to its seven pillars for nuclear safety in conflict zones, which include maintaining the physical integrity of facilities, ensuring safety systems function, and keeping communication channels open with regulatory bodies. Iran has also faced increasing military threats, which Mr.