A powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in Thailand’s Suphan Buri province around 15:40 local time. Authorities reported that 23 out of 30 individuals in the factory lost their lives, while six others sustained injuries. The blast, felt across a wide area, engulfed the sky in smoke. Workers in the vicinity were the first to respond to the ensuing fire, rendering the factory inoperable. Firefighters swiftly arrived at the scene, gaining control over the blaze. The injured individuals were transported to regional hospitals by medical teams.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi issued a stern warning to the UK, Germany, and France, accusing them of making a “new strategic mistake” regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. In a social media post, Arakchi said, “Iran will give a tough and determined response to the violation of its rights,” criticizing the European trio for backing a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors.
Arakchi condemned the move as baseless, recalling past disputes in 2005 which led to the expansion of Iran’s uranium enrichment. “Have these three really not learned any lessons in the last twenty years?” he said.
Meanwhile, the IAEA reported on May 31 that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium stockpile had grown from 274.8 kg in February to 408.6 kg by May 17. In response, the UK, Germany, and France are reportedly preparing to refer Iran’s file to the UN Security Council, which could activate the “snapback” mechanism and reimpose UN sanctions.
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