Nuclear scientists targeted since 1944

In the post-World War II period, Iran's nuclear program has seen the highest number of scientists assassinated, with 25 killed between 2007 and 2025.

* Figures relate to the national nuclear program affiliation, not necessarily the nationality of the scientists themselves.
* During World War II, German nuclear scientists captured were part of the Nazi nuclear effort.
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