Hurricane Henri downgraded to tropical storm and reached the state of Rhode Island in the USA. Several bridges were temporarily closed, while coastal roads became unusable. In Rhode Island 74,000 households and 20,000 in Connecticut were left without electricity. Hundreds of flights have been canceled, although major airports in the area are still open as the storm approaches. Rail transport in and around New York City was also suspended. President Joe Biden declared a state of emergency in the region and announced that the federal government would provide financial support to the disaster area.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director Rafael Grossi warned of “serious” damage to Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment facility after recent US airstrikes, citing the sensitivity of centrifuges to shock and vibration.
In an emergency board meeting, Grossi said multiple structures tied to uranium processing at Isfahan and Natanz were also hit. He stressed that no full assessment of underground damage is yet possible.
Grossi condemned attacks on nuclear facilities as a global risk, urging restraint and a return to diplomacy. “We must resume negotiations to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons,” he said, expressing readiness to visit Iran.
He also confirmed Iran’s notification of new protective measures for nuclear materials, emphasizing they must comply with international safeguards.
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