The Commissioner of Nuclear Sciences and Applications at the Jordanian Atomic Energy Commission, Firas Afana, noted the absence of nuclear materials at facilities targeted by the US in Iran.
He said that Iranian authorities may have previously removed sensitive materials, reinforcing the belief that no radiation leak occurred.
“This also explains Iran’s statements denying any significant damage,” he added.
During a telephone interview with al-Qahera News Channel, he noted that Gulf Cooperation Council confirmed that it had not detected any radioactive contamination in its countries.
He added that the Gulf states possess advanced monitoring stations operating around the clock, and the absence of any indicators is further reassuring.
Afana stressed the importance of conducting periodic inspections of targeted nuclear sites to ensure that there is no risk to the environment or the local population, adding that “The final assessment must be conducted by joint inspection committees, in accordance with international standards for nuclear emergencies.”
“The current indicators are reassuring, and we hope that matters continue without escalation or environmental damage. The priority now is the safety of people and the stability of the region,” he concluded.
