Friday night marked the second confirmed IDF attack on the Isfahan site since a week prior, when it struck one of the largest uranium enrichment sites in Iran.
The IAEA has not, however, been able to carry out any inspections since the strikes.
While Iran’s nuclear infrastructure remains largely intact following Israeli strikes, deterrence has been temporarily reestablished, creating a window for a diplomatic initiative.
The IDF confirmed on Saturday that nine senior scientists and experts in the Iranian nuclear project were killed on Friday night.
The IDF was also reportedly targeting Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, after previously dismantling the Natanz site.
Iran is now enriching uranium to up to 60% fissile purity, close to the 90% of weapons-grade, at two sites, and has enough material if enriched further for six bombs, believes the IAEA.
This deal isn’t just about nuclear weapons. It’s about the future of the Middle East, the credibility of US foreign policy, and the strength of American leadership.
The latest sanctions come amid negotiations for a new nuclear deal between the US and Iran.
The issue of uranium enrichment has been a sticking point in negotiations between the US and Iran.
Trump said on Truth Social that under the US agreement, they would not allow Iran any enrichment of uranium.
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