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UN Watchdog Expresses Concern Over Iran's Nuclear Transparency

The International Atomic Energy Agency warns that Iran's lack of transparency regarding its nuclear program raises global security concerns.

  • The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Mariano Grossi, highlighted Iran's opacity in its nuclear activities, especially after a high-ranking official claimed Iran possesses all components for a nuclear weapon.
  • Iran has been enriching uranium close to weapons-grade levels, accumulating enough material for several weapons, despite claims of not starting a weapons program.
  • Ali Akbar Salehi, a former leader of Tehran's nuclear program, indicated Iran's readiness to build a nuclear weapon, marking a significant escalation in rhetoric.
  • Iran's actions, including the release of ballistic missile footage, contribute to regional tensions, particularly amid ongoing conflicts and attacks targeting Israel.
  • The international community, including the U.S. and the UK, remains vigilant, with repeated airstrikes in response to attacks on commercial shipping in the region.
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