International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has expressed deep concern over the ongoing tension in West Asia. On Monday, he warned that in the current situation the possibility of radiological leakage i.e. the spread of radiation cannot be ruled out. The statement came during the Board of Governors meeting held in Vienna on March 2, 2026, at a time when military activities have significantly increased in the region.
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What is the danger of radiation and IAEA report?
Rafael Grossi said that fighting near nuclear bases could have serious consequences. He warned that if a nuclear site gets hit, the population of a big city may have to be evacuated. The IAEA Emergency Center tried to contact Iran’s nuclear regulators, but there has been no response so far.
The agency also clarified that till now no increased level of radiation has been found in any country adjacent to Iran, nor has there been any evidence of a direct attack on any nuclear center. Nevertheless, the IAEA has appealed to all parties to exercise utmost restraint so that no major accident occurs.
Big impact on oil prices and air travel
The effect of this stress is now visible on the lives and pockets of common people. Crude oil prices rose nearly 9% in the global market on Monday morning after news of drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura refinery. Its effect may also be visible on the prices of petrol and diesel in the coming days.
Thousands of passengers are stranded in Dubai, Iran and other Gulf countries due to closure of airspace and cancellation of flights at many places due to security reasons. These also include many Indian students and workers. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also expressed concern over the situation and appealed to find a solution through talks.
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Attack on Saudi oil depot, crude oil prices increased by 9%, airspace closed, thousands of passengers stranded in Dubai and Iran, IAEA warned of danger of radiation spread