IAEA to remove nuclear material from secret Syrian facility

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is preparing to remove nuclear material from a previously undisclosed facility in Syria. This operation follows a diplomatic agreement brokered by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump involving the new Syrian government and Israel. Officials indicated that the initiative was designed to prevent a potential regional escalation, as the site had been a point of contention between Syria, Israel, and Turkey for several months.

This development originates from the legacy of the clandestine nuclear program established under the former regime of Bashar al-Assad, which included the al-Kibar nuclear reactor targeted by Israel in the past. U.S. officials stated that the successful negotiation underscores the effectiveness of Washington's current engagement with the new Syrian leadership. The agreement remains a significant outcome of months of quiet diplomacy intended to secure sensitive materials and stabilize the security situation in the region.