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Iran Nuclear Program: Amidst the tension between America and Iran, new satellite photos have raised a big question. An investigative report by CNN has claimed that Iran is re-construction work on some of its suspected nuclear sites. These activities have come to light at a time when Iran had promised not to develop nuclear weapons under the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries last month. Now these pictures have increased the possibility of violation of this agreement.
What was seen in satellite photos?
CNN analyzed satellite images in collaboration with the Institute for Science and International Security. According to the report, the maximum activity has been seen in the Parchin nuclear complex, where the possibility of explosive tests related to nuclear weapons has been raised earlier also.
According to the report, before the joint attack by America and Israel, Iran had created a concrete protective layer around this complex. This part was damaged in the attack, but in new photographs from June and July, repair and construction work is seen resuming there.
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Movement on Pickaxe Mountain too
The report also mentions Pickaxe Mountain, which is considered a sensitive site related to Iran’s nuclear program. Satellite images have shown movement of vehicles inside the tunnels. Experts say that such activities cannot be considered in accordance with the terms of the agreement with America and this has raised new questions.
Activities also on nuclear and missile sites
According to the report, at present no new major activity has been seen at major nuclear centers like Isfahan, Fordow and Natanz. However, there are indications that repair and construction work has started at some missile storage centers in Iran. America and its allies have already been expressing concern about Iran’s missile program.
What was the agreement?
In the 14-point MoU signed between America and Iran last month, Iran had clearly reiterated that it will neither develop nor acquire nuclear weapons. Apart from this, it was also agreed to resolve the stockpile of enriched uranium under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
However, satellite images now surfaced have raised questions about whether Iran had started violating the terms of the agreement just days after it was signed. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has already announced the end of the ceasefire, due to which the tension between the two countries has increased further.