Rapid Growth in Iran’s Near Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile
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Independent assessments show that Iran has significantly hiked its stockpile of uranium enriched near weapons grade. UN watchdog reports and other sources underscore mounting concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the potential military applications of this dangerous buildup.
An IAEA report on Iran's uranium stockpile increase prompted the White House on Saturday to urge its acceptance of a proposal for a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal.
Iran lashes out at Austria after a report claims Tehran has an advanced nuclear weapons program, sparking diplomatic tensions and calls for explanations.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said intermediary Oman had relayed details of the U.S. proposal for a deal to restrain Iran's nuclear development.
The International Atomic Energy Agency found Iran has upped its 60%-enriched uranium stockpile from 274.8 kilograms to 408.6 kilograms -- a roughly 50% jump since February.
Iran carried out secret nuclear activities with material not declared to the U.N. nuclear watchdog at three locations under investigation, watchdog group said.
White House envoy Steve Witkoff sent Iran "a detailed and acceptable proposal" for a nuclear deal on Saturday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.Why it matters: The written U.S. proposal is an attempt to resolve the issue that has log-jammed the talks: Iran's demand to continue…
The U.N. nuclear watchdog says Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels.
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