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Iran to Activate Thousands of Advanced Centrifuges for Uranium Enrichment

Nov 27, 2024, 07:26 AM

Iran has announced plans to activate thousands of advanced centrifuges in response to a resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Board of Governors, which criticized Tehran for failing to cooperate fully with atomic inspectors. The move is aimed at increasing its stockpile of near-bomb-grade atomic fuel. Iran's Atomic Energy Organization has already started injecting gas into these advanced centrifuges, a step that could bring the country closer to having a weapon. This escalation comes after the IAEA censured Iran for its lack of cooperation, prompting Tehran to take retaliatory measures within the framework of its rights. Iran is currently enriching uranium at 60%, 20%, and 5% levels according to the country's needs.