Washington, DC – The Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS) has revealed that Iran continues to strengthen and rebuild its sensitive nuclear sites. This is happening despite the extensive damage inflicted on key nuclear facilities during the recent 12-day war.
The report indicated that Iran’s enrichment program is significantly behind schedule. However, it continues at secret sites that have not been targeted. The most prominent of these sites is Kuh Kalang, near Natanz, a deep tunnel complex being prepared to rebuild the centrifuge program. Entrances are being reinforced to make inspections difficult.
The Taleghan 2 site (Parchin complex) is a remote facility for high-energy explosion tests, similar to those used in the military nuclear program.
Work is also continuing at the Isfahan complex, where tunnels are used to store large quantities of uranium enriched to 60%. Security is being reinforced around the northern entrance.
The institute also revealed extensive clean-up and equipment removal operations at military program sites such as Lavizan 2 and the Missami Research Center. These operations may be part of reconstruction efforts or an attempt to conceal evidence.
The report warns that these developments confirm that Iran has not ceased its efforts to enhance its nuclear capabilities. This increases international concerns about the continued clandestine nature of the nuclear program despite the extensive damage inflicted on key facilities.
