Western Powers Move to Censure Iran at UN Nuclear Meeting Amid Rising Tensions

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European powers and the United States have submitted a resolution at the United Nations to censure Iran for its lack of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The motion, tabled ahead of the IAEA board meeting in Vienna, calls for a comprehensive report on Iran’s nuclear activities and urges greater transparency in its dealings with the agency.

Iran has condemned the resolution, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warning of a "proportionate" response if the censure is adopted. He called the move “counterproductive” and contrary to the positive atmosphere created by recent talks between Iran and the IAEA. The resolution comes after IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi visited Iran and toured its key nuclear sites, including Fordo and Natanz.

The motion, backed by France, Germany, the UK, and the US, highlights concerns over Iran’s nuclear program, particularly its growing stockpile of enriched uranium. According to an IAEA report, Iran’s uranium stockpile has surpassed 32 times the limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal, and the country is enriching uranium up to 60 percent purity, raising fears of nuclear proliferation.

Tensions have been rising since the US withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018, leading Iran to scale back its commitments. While Iran insists its nuclear activities are for peaceful purposes, the international community remains concerned about its growing nuclear capabilities. The outcome of this resolution could further shape the future of Iran’s nuclear program and its relations with the global community.