Iran Accelerates Uranium Enrichment Near Weapons-Grade Levels, IAEA Warns

The UN nuclear watchdog reports Iran's production of 60% enriched uranium will increase sevenfold, raising international concerns over nuclear weapons potential.

Iran has activated advanced IR-6 centrifuges, significantly speeding up uranium enrichment to 60%, just short of the 90% required for nuclear weapons.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) estimates Iran will now produce over 34 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium per month, up from 4.7 kilograms.
The IAEA has urged Iran to allow stricter inspections to ensure uranium is not enriched beyond declared levels or diverted for weapons use.
Iran's recent launch of its heaviest satellite payload has also heightened fears, as the technology overlaps with ballistic missile development.
Diplomatic efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal face new challenges, with Western nations condemning Iran's actions as a serious escalation.