US and Israel attack Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, says Iran atomic energy organization
The organization added that there was 'no leakage of radioactive materials reported' in the area in central Iran.
Summary
According to the Iranian atomic energy organization, a coordinated attack by the US and Israel targeted the Natanz nuclear facility.
The organization emphasized that there was no leakage of radioactive materials reported in the vicinity of the facility, which is located in central Iran.
This incident raises concerns regarding the security of nuclear infrastructure and the potential implications for regional stability and nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
Updates
Update at 11:36 UTC on 2026-03-21
Nuclear Energy reported Iran accuses the US and Israel of orchestrating an attack on its Natanz nuclear facility.
Sources: Nuclear Energy
Update at 11:36 UTC on 2026-03-21
DW News reported Iran accuses the US and Israel of attacking its main uranium enrichment site, escalating tensions in the region.
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Update at 19:47 UTC on 2026-03-21
France 24 reported The Iran war continues to escalate with a missile strike on Dimona, raising concerns over regional stability.
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Update at 19:47 UTC on 2026-03-21
France 24 reported A missile strike has targeted a town near a nuclear facility in Iran, raising tensions in the region.
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Update at 20:13 UTC on 2026-03-21
EuroNews reported Iran claims the attack was retaliation for a prior strike on its nuclear facility, while Israel denies involvement.
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Update at 21:12 UTC on 2026-03-21
France 24 reported An Iranian missile struck the Israeli town of Dimona, injuring dozens in retaliation for strikes on its Natanz nuclear site.
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Update at 21:34 UTC on 2026-03-21
AP News reported Iranian ballistic missiles penetrated Israel's defenses, striking the towns of Dimona and Arad, near the country's main nuclear research center.
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Update at 23:27 UTC on 2026-03-21
Nuclear Energy reported The IAEA addresses concerns regarding potential damage to nuclear facilities following a missile strike in Iran.
Sources: Nuclear Energy
Update at 09:15 UTC on 2026-03-22
Nuclear Energy reported IAEA confirms the safety of the Dimona nuclear research facility following missile strike.
Sources: Nuclear Energy
Update at 10:01 UTC on 2026-03-22
France 24 reported Iranian missile strikes on two southern Israeli towns wounded over 100 people as air defense systems failed to intercept the projectiles.
Sources: France 24
Update at 17:09 UTC on 2026-03-22
Nuclear Energy reported The International Atomic Energy Agency reports no damage following a recent strike at an Israeli nuclear facility.
Sources: Nuclear Energy
Update at 20:04 UTC on 2026-03-22
EuroNews reported Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the city of Arad, where 84 people were injured, according to first responders.
Sources: EuroNews