Baku: There was no increase in radiation levels in Azerbaijan after the US strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, said Islam Mustafayev, Director General of the Institute of Radiation Problems of the Ministry of Science and Education, Corresponding Member of ANAS, in response to APA’s inquiry.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Islam Mustafayev stated that there is no danger to Azerbaijan in terms of radiation. He explained that the events occurred up to 1,000 kilometers from Azerbaijan, and at such distances, the explosion of nuclear facilities, even a reactor, cannot have an effect. Mustafayev noted that on the day of the incident, their expedition conducted research in regions such as Zangilan, Imishli, and Bilasuvar, unaware of the impending explosion. Following inspections, no increase in the radiation background was observed. The country is under comprehensive observation with monitoring devices, and data is transmitted to the Ministry of Emergency Situations through automatic stations. Currently, the
re is no increase in the radiation background.
Mustafayev emphasized that, based on studies conducted by the International Atomic Energy Agency, no effect has been observed. He added that such effects diminish significantly over distances up to 1,000 kilometers, making it unlikely to seriously affect Azerbaijan. He cited the example of Kiev, which is located 135 km from Chernobyl; during the Chernobyl disaster, Kiev was neither evacuated nor subjected to a special regime, indicating a lack of serious impact. Mustafayev assured the public that there is no serious impact or danger at this level yet, but emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant and continuing their work despite not knowing the plans of the attacking country.
It should be noted that the US Air Force launched strikes on Iran this morning, targeting nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.