US-Israeli Strikes on Iran's Natanz Nuclear Facility

Commercial satellite imagery has revealed strikes on the Natanz Nuclear Facility in Iran, a key uranium enrichment plant, following air operations launched by the United States and Israel. The Institute for Science and International Security, using imagery from Vantor, confirmed two strikes on access points and the destruction of three buildings, including personnel entrances and a vehicle ramp to underground centrifuge halls. This attack occurred despite the halls being previously rendered inoperable by a US attack in June, suggesting the presence of recoverable equipment. Iran's envoy Reza Najafi confirmed the attack, contradicting initial statements from International===International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi, who later acknowledged limited contact with Iran and frustration over stalled nuclear talks. The strikes intensify the ongoing conflict and concerns over Iran's nuclear program, which Iran denies is for weapons.