Tons of nuclear material found in Syria

Several tons of nuclear material have been discovered in Syria, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) during a press conference with the Syrian Foreign Minister. The exact amount and specific locations of the findings have not been disclosed.

The nuclear material is believed to be remnants of the secret nuclear program of former President Bashar al-Assad. This program raised international concerns during its existence.

The discoveries were made as part of a collaboration between the IAEA and the current Syrian government, with multiple sites being excavated. IAEA inspectors have been deployed to visit suspected locations of the nuclear program.

According to reports, a large quantity of natural uranium has been found at an undisclosed location outside Damascus. This confirms concerns regarding Syria's past nuclear activities.

The discovery of the nuclear material is part of broader efforts by the IAEA to monitor nuclear activities worldwide.