Pakistan, June 28 -- TEHRAN - Iran has officially barred Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy (IAEA), from entering the country, as tensions continue to escalate in the region.

In a major move, Iran also removed IAEA surveillance cameras from several of its nuclear facilities, cutting off key international oversight. This step marks a sharp deterioration in relations between Iran and global nuclear watchdogs.

The situation worsened after Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on June 13, killing over ten nuclear scientists and senior military officials. The attack also caused hundreds of civilian casualties and widespread destruction.

In retaliation, Iran fired missiles at Israeli cities, destroying government and mil...