The attacks come as Washington expands its military footprint in the region, with tens of thousands of troops now deployed.

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The Israel Defense Forces says it recently struck a site in Iran where Tehran was advancing “critical capabilities” related to nuclear-weapons development. Israeli officials claim the facility played a key role in research and technological work linked to Iran’s nuclear programme. The strike comes amid the escalating Israel–Iran conflict, with both sides exchanging attacks across the region. 


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In a similar remark in February before the strikes, Pezeshkian had said that Tehran would rebuild its nuclear sites if they were attacked.

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Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected US President Donald Trump claim on Monday (Oct 20) that the nuclear sites of the Islamic Republic were destroyed in June during the Israel-Iran war. 

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Reports say a blast was heard in Iran's Natanz town where the nuclear site is located. Sputnik news agency quoting local Iranian student news agency reported on Saturday about the blast, although it hasn't been officially confirmed.

Blast heard in Iran's Natanz where nuclear site is located: Report

After restarting the Bushehr nuclear plant which was closed due to a "technical fault", Iran on Tuesday blamed Israel for sabotage attempt on a nuclear site located in Karaj near Tehran.

Iran blames Israel for sabotage attempt at Karaj nuclear site

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has said that Tehran's decision to boost uranium enrichment to 60% was a response to Israel's "nuclear terrorism," three days after an attack on its Natanz nuclear facility.

Iran says 60% enrichment response to Israel's 'Nuclear terrorism'

Iran is blaming Israel for the blackout at its Natanz nuclear site. Tehran is calling the cyber attack an act of 'nuclear terrorism'. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how an electrical outage became a headache for US President Joe Biden.

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The cyber attack took place a day after Tehran unveiled new advanced uranium enrichment centrifuges at the Natanz facility

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Tehran on Thursday reported an "accident" at Natanz nuclear complex in central Iran, saying there were no casualties or radioactive pollution, and warned foes -- especially Israel -- against hostile actions.

Iran reports 'accident' at nuclear site, warns enemies