IAEA Chief Says Iran's Near-Bomb-Grade Uranium Likely Concentrated in Isfahan
International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi indicates most of Iran's highly enriched uranium is likely located at the Isfahan facility.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi stated that much of Iran's near-bomb-grade uranium is likely concentrated at the country's Isfahan nuclear facility.
The comments from Grossi relate to Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, which has been a source of international concern. The IAEA has been monitoring Iran's nuclear activities as part of ongoing oversight efforts.
Isfahan houses Iran's uranium conversion facility, where uranium ore concentrate is processed into various forms used in nuclear programs. The facility has been a key component of Iran's nuclear infrastructure for years.
Iran's uranium enrichment activities have been subject to international scrutiny, particularly regarding stockpiles enriched to levels approaching those needed for nuclear weapons. The IAEA regularly inspects Iranian nuclear facilities and reports on the country's nuclear program status.
The agency continues to conduct verification activities at Iranian nuclear sites as part of its safeguards mandate under international nuclear non-proliferation agreements.