Iran Confirms Nuclear Sites Were Evacuated Prior to US AirStrikes

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

TEHRAN — Iranian state media has reported that the nuclear facilities targeted by recent US airstrikes had been evacuated “some time ago,” minimizing damage from the high-stakes attack authorized by President Donald Trump.

According to Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency, the news director of IRIB, Iran’s state broadcaster, confirmed that personnel and critical assets were removed in advance from the Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites. This statement follows Trump’s announcement that the US military had directly hit the three strategic locations in an unprecedented move aligned with Israel’s ongoing offensive against Iran.

The US operation, involving stealth bombers and bunker-buster bombs, marked a significant escalation in regional hostilities. However, Iran’s preemptive evacuation suggests that Tehran may have anticipated such a move and acted to shield key infrastructure and lives.

While Washington hailed the mission as a success, Iran’s announcement appears aimed at neutralizing the psychological impact of the operation and maintaining internal stability.

As of Sunday, no official Iranian government statement has confirmed any casualties or substantial structural losses. The timing of the evacuation remains unclear, but Iranian officials are expected to release further details as part of their broader media strategy.

The Iranian military has been on high alert since Israeli strikes began more than a week ago. It remains unknown whether Tehran will respond militarily to the US involvement or continue with its stated plan of strategic patience.

The revelation raises new questions about intelligence dynamics and Iran’s defensive preparedness. It also intensifies uncertainty about how the United States and Israel will approach Iran’s nuclear infrastructure moving forward.

With both sides standing firm on their positions, the risk of broader regional conflict continues to rise, despite international calls for restraint and renewed diplomacy.

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