Iran ‘Rapidly Approaching’ Nuclear Bomb, Warns IAEA, Says JCPOA ‘Not Relevant’ As Tehran ‘Enriches’

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi stated on Dec. 16 that the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) is no longer viable, citing Iran’s uranium enrichment to 60%. Grossi emphasized the need for new negotiations involving global powers to address Iran’s nuclear progress. Western nations condemned Iran’s actions, accusing Tehran of escalating its nuclear program. The UN Security Council stressed the urgency of diplomatic solutions. Meanwhile, Iran maintains its right to peaceful nuclear energy and accuses the US and Europe of failing to honor the deal. n18oc_crux