Satellite images reveal damage at Iran nuclear sites after US strikes
Fresh satellite imagery released by Maxar Technologies has revealed significant damage at three of Iran’s key nuclear sites following U.S. airstrikes ordered by President Donald Trump. The images, released on June 24, provide a detailed look at the aftermath of the strikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
At the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Facility, located deep beneath a mountain near Qom, the satellite views show multiple craters along the primary access roads and at the entrances to tunnel complexes. Several perimeter buildings were destroyed, and one crater can be seen on the access road leading to the facility. The precision of the U.S. assault on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure is evident in the extent of the damage at Fordow.
The Isfahan Nuclear Technology Center also shows signs of recent damage, with new destruction visible on the surface and tunnel entrances that appear to have been directly struck. This aligns with earlier reports that the strikes aimed to neutralize buried infrastructure previously unreachable by conventional air power.
At Natanz, known for its history with the Stuxnet cyberattack, two craters believed to have been caused by U.S. ordnance now appear filled and covered with dirt. These strikes targeted the underground centrifuge halls crucial to Iran’s uranium enrichment operations.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirmed that key buildings and underground systems at all three sites were hit. American officials claim that Iran’s nuclear program has been severely set back as a result of the airstrikes.
In addition to the nuclear sites, Maxar’s images also documented separate airstrike damage in Tehran, showing widespread destruction believed to be linked to suspected nuclear program buildings near Shahid Rajaee University.
President Trump has described the mission as “very successful,” emphasizing the impact of the strikes on Iran’s nuclear capabilities. The new satellite imagery provides a clear visual representation of the extent of the damage inflicted on Iran’s key nuclear sites.
The aftermath of the airstrikes underscores the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with the strategic targeting of nuclear facilities signaling a significant escalation in the conflict. The precise nature of the strikes and the resulting damage highlight the capabilities of U.S. military technology in targeting underground infrastructure.
As the situation continues to unfold, the repercussions of the airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear program and the broader geopolitical implications remain to be seen. The aftermath captured in the satellite imagery serves as a stark reminder of the high stakes involved in the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
