International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said Iran has accepted a request to stop increasing its 60% uranium stock, which is enriched to near weapons-grade levels. Uranium enriched at 60% purity is just a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels of 90%. Although cautious, Grossi was optimistic about the prospect emphasizing that Iran may be taking “a different direction,” and adding that it “merits serious consideration”. (AP video by Philipp Jenne)
UN nuclear watchdog chief says Iran has accepted request to stop increasing near weapons grade uranium stock
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said Iran has accepted a request to stop increasing its 60% uranium stock, which is enriched to near weapons-grade levels. Uranium enriched at 60% purity is just a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels of 90%. Although cautious, Grossi was optimistic about the prospect emphasizing that Iran may be taking “a different direction,” and adding that it “merits serious consideration”. (AP video by Philipp Jenne)