By IFP Editorial Staff
Speaking in an exclusive interview with CBS News, Araghchi stated that no one has precise information yet on the incident but added, 鈥淎s far as I know, the damage is extensive and severe, and the facility is currently unusable.鈥
He said the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) is currently assessing the situation and will report its findings to the government. When asked whether Iranian inspectors had accessed the site, Araghchi deferred to the AEOI.
In response to claims by US President Donald Trump that Iranian nuclear facilities were 鈥渨iped out鈥 in American attacks, Araghchi acknowledged heavy damage but emphasized that Iran鈥檚 enrichment technology is indigenous and cannot be erased by military strikes.
He reiterated that Iran鈥檚 nuclear program remains peaceful, guided by a religious fatwa against nuclear weapons.
鈥淲e have no intention of pursuing nuclear arms,鈥 he said, adding, 鈥淭his industry is a matter of national pride, and we will continue to protect and restore it.鈥
Araghchi also stated that decisions about resuming uranium enrichment will depend on ongoing assessments and strategic policy reviews.