International Atomic Energy Agency

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the UN's nuclear watchdog, responsible for promoting the safe, secure and peaceful use of nuclear technologies. It verifies that nuclear material remains in peaceful activities. The IAEA is newsworthy due to recent US-Israeli strikes near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant. The IAEA confirmed that a projectile struck close to the plant, killing a member of the site's physical protection staff and affecting a building. Despite these attacks, the IAEA stated there was no increase in radiation levels. This incident highlights the IAEA's crucial role in monitoring Iran's nuclear facilities during heightened tensions and ensuring nuclear safety and security amid ongoing conflict. The IAEA's continued monitoring is vital to prevent nuclear proliferation and maintain international stability.