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Iodine tablets and radiation fears: Is Iran preparing for the worst?

Iran has reportedly begun distributing iodine tablets to residents near its nuclear facilities amidst rising tensions. US military preparations against Iran have heightened anxieties about a potential attack on sensitive nuclear sites. Pickaxe Mountain, a key complex near Natanz, poses significant radiological risks if targeted in any confrontation. Iranian officials have warned of retaliatory actions that could extend far beyond the immediate conflict area.

7 Nov 2026 9:16 pm