Macron warns Iran: never acquire nuclear weapons amid Israel strikes

As Israeli strikes on Iran's Isfahan nuclear site escalate with over 400 casualties, French President Emmanuel Macron intervenes diplomatically, urging Iran to abandon nuclear ambitions. This report covers the deadly attacks, Iran's drone retaliation, and international efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation.

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French President Emmanuel Macron issued a stern warning to Iran, emphasizing that the country must never acquire nuclear weapons during a phone call with Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian amid escalating Israeli military strikes.

The Israeli military reported a renewed strike on an Iranian nuclear facility in Isfahan, killing three senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). An Israeli army spokesperson confirmed the air force targeted the central facility and buildings used for centrifuge production. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified the strike hit a centrifuge manufacturing workshop but noted no nuclear material was present, preventing radiological consequences.

Iran's health ministry reported that Israeli strikes over the past nine days have resulted in at least 430 deaths and approximately 3,500 wounded. The Iranian army responded by launching dozens of drones towards Israel, claiming most hit their intended targets.

Macron reiterated the importance of Iran providing full guarantees that its nuclear intentions are peaceful, underscoring international concerns about nuclear proliferation in the region.

"Here again, my position is clear: Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons," Macron stated.

The ongoing conflict highlights rising tensions between Israel and Iran, with targeted strikes on nuclear infrastructure and military leadership escalating the risk of broader regional instability.

This situation remains fluid as diplomatic and military actions continue to unfold.
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French President Emmanuel Macron warned Iran against acquiring nuclear weapons during a call amid escalating Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Israeli attacks killed three senior IRGC commanders and targeted centrifuge production sites, while Iran reported over 430 deaths and thousands wounded in the conflict.
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Key Facts
  • Israel struck an Iranian nuclear facility in Isfahan overnight, killing three senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in targeted attacks.2Al Jazeera
  • Iran's health ministry reported over 400 deaths from Israeli strikes since the attack began last week, with at least 430 killed and approximately 3,500 wounded over nine days.2Al Jazeera
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed a centrifuge manufacturing workshop was hit at the Isfahan site but stated there was no nuclear material present and no radiological consequences.Al Jazeera
  • The Iranian army launched dozens of destructive drones towards Israel in the seventh and eighth stages of attacks, with most drones hitting their intended targets.Al Jazeera
  • French President Emmanuel Macron urged Iran to never acquire nuclear weapons during a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasizing that Iran must provide full guarantees of peaceful intentions.1
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday spoke to his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, over a phone call. In a post on social media, Macron said, 'Here again, my position is clear: Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons, and it is up to Iran to provide full guarantees that its intentions are peaceful.'
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Israel’s defence minister said that Israeli forces killed three senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
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