IAEA: No radiation leak or release from any nuclear facility in Pakistan
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that no radiation leak occurred in Pakistan. This announcement comes after a flood of rumors spread on social media. The rumors claimed a nuclear incident near Kirana Hills in Pakistan. These rumors linked the supposed leak to India’s recent military operation, Operation Sindoor.
The IAEA clearly stated, “There has been no radiation release or leak from any nuclear facility in Pakistan.” This statement aims to calm public fears and prevent misinformation.
India and Pakistan Reject the Rumors
India quickly responded to the rumors. Officials said that India did not target any nuclear facility during its recent strikes. They reminded the public of the 1988 bilateral agreement, which bans attacks on nuclear sites in both countries.
An Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said, “We urge people not to believe unverified reports. Our operations remained within conventional military limits.”
Pakistan has not declared any nuclear emergency. Its government has not contacted the IAEA about any incident. This silence supports the IAEA’s statement that no leak occurred.
How the Rumors Started
The rumors gained traction after reports claimed a U.S. aircraft used for nuclear monitoring landed in Pakistan. Others said an Egyptian plane carrying boron—a chemical used in nuclear safety—was spotted.
These events led people to believe a nuclear accident had happened. A fake “Radiological Safety Bulletin” also circulated online. The document had many mistakes and was quickly exposed as a forgery.
Fact-checkers confirmed the bulletin’s fake nature, warning the public not to trust such false information.
IAEA’s Role in Ensuring Safety
The IAEA monitors nuclear safety worldwide. It works with countries to maintain transparency and prevent nuclear accidents. When false rumors spread, the IAEA steps in to set the record straight.
Experts say that if a real radiation leak had occurred, Pakistan would have reported it to the IAEA immediately. Neighboring countries would likely detect radiation as well, especially in a sensitive region like South Asia.
Experts Warn Against Misinformation
Nuclear security experts warn people to be careful about trusting unverified news. Dr. Anika Rao, a nuclear policy expert, said, “False information can cause unnecessary panic and harm diplomatic relations.”
She added, “We must rely on official sources like the IAEA instead of social media rumors.”
Conclusion: No Leak, No Need to Panic
The claims of a radiation leak in Pakistan lack any credible evidence. The IAEA and the Indian government have confirmed that no nuclear incident took place. No scientific or governmental data supports the rumors.
While military tensions continue, spreading false nuclear stories could worsen the situation. The IAEA’s clear message should reassure people and help end the panic.
