The reaffirmation came during a meeting of the Supreme Committee for Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies, which was attended by representatives from all concerned ministries and authorities and chaired by ENRRA Chairman Samy Shaaban.
In a statement issued by ENRRA, the committee discussed the importance of developing an awareness plan to clarify correct concepts regarding nuclear and radiological activities and dispel any misinformation that may arise.
The meeting highlighted the continuous and direct coordination with national bodies, including the General Authority for Meteorology and the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics, with whom a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in 2022 to enhance cooperation in this field.
The statement indicated that the committee recommended continued precise monitoring of early warning and detection networks and close cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Moreover, the meeting emphasized strengthening communication channels with citizens to reduce rumors and increase awareness of the importance of nuclear and radiological security and safety.
Established in 2010, the ENRRA coordinates emergency response, safeguards inspection for nuclear materials, and conducts regulatory inspections.
The meeting comes amid fears of escalation in the region as Israel continues to attack Iranian nuclear facilities, and the US is mulling joining the strikes to target the Fordow Fuel Enrichment facility, dug deep into a mountain near the city of Qom.
Iran's best-sheltered nuclear site lies 80 meters underground and cannot be penetrated by traditional bombs.
Fears soared of the implications of targeting Iranian nuclear sites, and the IAEA said on Monday that there is a possibility of both radiological and chemical contamination within Iran’s central nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz following Israeli strikes.
The IAEA stressed that radiation levels outside the complex are presently normal.
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