UN nuclear watchdog warns of urgent need for access to Iranian sites

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has warned that the limited information and restricted access to Iranian nuclear facilities hinder its ability to verify the country’s nuclear material, raising a proliferation concern. In a recent statement, the agency highlighted that without comprehensive data and on‑site inspections, it cannot confirm that Iran’s nuclear activities are exclusively peaceful.

The IAEA’s assessment underscores the importance of full transparency and cooperation from Tehran to meet the agency’s verification standards under the Non‑Proliferation Treaty. The agency noted that continued gaps in monitoring could impede international efforts to ensure nuclear material is not diverted for weapons development, urging Iran to provide the necessary documentation and unrestricted entry to relevant sites.