Iran Claims US Attacked Under-Construction Nuclear Plant Amid Tensions

Iran's Atomic Energy Organization announced Sunday that the United States attacked an under-construction nuclear power plant located in the country's southwest. This alleged strike comes amid a period of heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, which have been escalating over the past eight days.

The recent escalation follows U.S. accusations that Iran was responsible for attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, which led to U.S. airstrikes targeting Tehran. In response to these actions, the Iranian army reportedly carried out strikes against U.S. military assets in the Middle East.

In a statement released by Iranian state TV, the Atomic Energy Organization described the alleged U.S. army action as "an aggressive and brutal act contrary to international law." The organization stated that the under-construction Darkhovin nuclear power plant was targeted with "a number of projectiles" on Sunday. The report did not provide further details on the extent of damage or casualties resulting from the alleged attack.

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