VIENNA: The UN nuclear watchdog confirmed on Tuesday (Feb 28) it had detected particles of uranium enriched up just under the 90 per cent needed to produce an atomic bomb. 'Discussions are still ongoing' to determine the origin of these particles, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a con
VIENNA: The UN nuclear watchdog confirmed on Tuesday it had detected particles of uranium enriched up just under the 90 per cent needed to produce an atomic bomb.
"These events clearly indicate the capability of the agency to detect and report in a timely manner changes in the operation of nuclear facilities in Iran," it continued. The deal was designed to give Iran much-needed sanctions relief in return for curbs on its atomic programme. "It is hoped that this trip will form the basis for greater cooperation and a clearer horizon between Iran and the IAEA," he added.In the report, the IAEA said that Iran's estimated stockpile of enriched uranium had reached more than 18 times the limit set out in the 2015 accord between Tehran and world powers.
Iran now also has 434.7kg of uranium enriched up to 20 per cent, up from 386.4kg in the November report. On Sunday, CIA director William Burns said Iran's nuclear programme was advancing at a"worrisome pace".
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