UN Report Reveals Syria's Secret Nuclear Reactor Plans
By Editor • September 1, 2026 • 1 min read
A recent confidential report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has unveiled that Syria, under the regime of Bashar al-Assad, was in the process of constructing a nuclear reactor in Deir el-Zour. This revelation comes after a series of inspections conducted by UN nuclear watchdog officials in August.
The IAEA's findings indicate a significant breach of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Safeguards Agreement. The agency noted that the previous Syrian authorities did not disclose nuclear materials, facilities, or activities as mandated by international obligations.
This report raises critical questions about Syria's nuclear ambitions and compliance with global nuclear regulations.
Source: www.scmp.com
