Iran Agrees to Halt 60% Uranium Enrichment, Allow Inspectors, Says IAEA

Nov 19, 2024, 03:36 PM

Iran has agreed to stop producing uranium enriched close to weapons-grade levels, according to a report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The IAEA reported that Iran has begun preparatory measures to halt the increase of its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity, capping it at around 185 kg. Despite this agreement, Iran's enriched uranium stockpile has grown by 852.6 kg since the last quarterly report, reaching a total of 6,604.4 kg, which is over 32 times the limit set in the 2015 nuclear deal. Specifically, Iran's stock of uranium enriched to 60% purity increased by 17.6 kg to 186.5 kg, and its stock of uranium enriched to 20% in UF6 form grew by 25.3 kg to 839.2 kg. During IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi's recent visit to Tehran, discussions were held regarding Iran's decision not to further expand its enriched uranium stockpile. Iran has also agreed to allow experienced IAEA inspectors to verify compliance, including considering the acceptance of four additional inspectors.