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Iran and UN appear at odds over nuclear deal

Iran and UN appear at odds over nuclear deal

Summary

The United Nations nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and Iran have given different statements about a deal to work together on Iran's nuclear program. While the IAEA says they can access all of Iran’s nuclear sites, Iran claims this is not guaranteed and wants more talks on the details of inspections.

Key Facts

  • The IAEA announced a deal to access all nuclear facilities in Iran.
  • Iran disagrees, stating the deal does not ensure access to all sites.
  • The agreement is supposed to restart cooperation after previous tension.
  • Iran halted cooperation after attacks by Israel and the US on nuclear sites.
  • Iran says future site access needs approval from its security council.
  • Iran is enriching uranium close to levels needed for nuclear weapons.
  • European countries may reinstate sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal.
  • The recent deal is an attempt to improve IAEA-Iran relations after a period of tension.

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