Tehran: Reports of a projectile missile strike near Iran’s only operational nuclear facility, the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, on March 17, 2026, have heightened global concern. The incident comes as tensions among the United States, Israel, and Iran have entered their third week.
According to reports, the missile landed within the plant’s premises, triggering panic in the surrounding area. However, in a relief, the main structure of the facility remained unharmed, and no injuries to personnel have been reported. Iran promptly informed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) about the incident.
