Vienna, June 29 (V7N) — Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has warned that Iran could restore its uranium enrichment activities within months despite the damage caused by Israeli strikes.

Speaking to reporters, Grossi noted that Iran has the technical capability to restart enrichment using centrifuges “within just a few months — or even less.” His comments come after Israel launched attacks on Iranian military and nuclear sites starting June 13, as part of escalating tensions.

Tehran continues to assert that its nuclear program serves only peaceful purposes, denying any intention to build atomic weapons.

Grossi highlighted a key concern: the fate of the 408 kilograms of 60%-enriched uranium that Iran possessed prior to the attacks. This material, if further enriched to weapons-grade, could potentially yield nine nuclear bombs.

Asked about the current location of the uranium, Grossi admitted, “We have no information. It may still exist, or it could have been destroyed.” He emphasized the need for verification and expressed frustration that Tehran has so far refused IAEA access to the destroyed facility.

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