Iran Accelerates Uranium Enrichment to Near Weapons-Grade Levels

The IAEA confirms significant increases in Iran's uranium enrichment, raising international concerns about potential nuclear weapon capabilities.

• Iran has increased its production of uranium enriched to 60% purity from 7 kilograms per month to over 30 kilograms per month, according to the IAEA.
• The country now possesses approximately 200 kilograms of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, close to the amount required for multiple nuclear weapons if further enriched.
• UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi emphasized that while there is no evidence Iran is building nuclear weapons, its lack of full cooperation and transparency remains a significant concern.
• Iran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but Western powers argue there is no civilian justification for enrichment at these levels.
• Calls for renewed diplomacy have intensified following the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump, with hopes for potential engagement on Iran's nuclear program.

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