Iran has officially announced plans to reconstruct several of its key nuclear facilities, signaling a major step in reviving its atomic energy program. The move follows months of technical assessments and comes amid growing tensions with Western powers over stalled nuclear negotiations.
According to Iranian state media, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) will begin reconstruction and modernization work at facilities that were previously damaged or decommissioned. Officials stated that the reconstruction aims to enhance safety standards, improve efficiency, and ensure energy self-sufficiency in the long term.
Iranian authorities emphasized that the rebuilding efforts are within the framework of peaceful nuclear development and fully compliant with international regulations. “Our goal is to strengthen the civilian nuclear program for medical, agricultural, and industrial use,” an AEOI spokesperson said.
Experts believe that the decision to rebuild could be a response to international pressure and renewed sanctions. The reconstruction of key nuclear facilities is also being viewed as part of Iran’s broader strategy to assert independence in its energy policies and technological advancements.
Reports indicate that the facilities in Natanz and Fordow are among those being upgraded with advanced centrifuge systems. The modernization will reportedly increase uranium enrichment capacity while maintaining compliance with safeguards monitored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Regional analysts warn that the announcement could further strain Iran’s relations with the United States and European countries, who have urged Tehran to return to the 2015 nuclear agreement. However, Iranian officials reiterated that the reconstruction of nuclear facilities is purely for peaceful and developmental purposes.
The move marks a new phase in Iran’s nuclear policy, reflecting both domestic priorities and international defiance.
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