U.N. confirms Iran violated nuclear deal's uranium stockpile limits
Iran is only allowed to enrich a certain amount of uranium up to 3.67%, enough to fuel a commercial nuclear power plant.
Nuclear Security & WMD
International organizations are central to combating WMD proliferation. The U.N. Security Council has passed resolutions to deter this threat, while the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) serves as the world’s nuclear watchdog, implementing safeguards to prevent the diversion of nuclear material. This global framework of treaties and cooperation is vital for maintaining peace and stability.
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Iran threatens to exceed nuclear deal limit on uranium stockpile
A spokesperson for Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said the stockpile would exceed the limit before the end of June.
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