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14-06-2025
The IAEA’s board of governors has, for the first time in 20 years, formally declared Iran in non-compliance with its nuclear non-proliferation obligations, citing insufficient cooperation and unanswered questions about undeclared nuclear material and activities. Backed by the US, UK, France, and Germany, the resolution highlights Iran’s growing stockpile of 60%-enriched uranium—enough for potentially nine bombs—and the agency’s inability to verify the program is exclusively peaceful. Russia, China, and Burkina Faso voted against; several states abstained. The move could lead to UN Security Council action and a snapback of sanctions if Iran doesn’t reverse course. Tehran rejected the resolution as political and announced plans for a new enrichment site and more advanced centrifuges at Fordo, complicating ongoing US-Iran talks over a new deal amid rising regional tensions.
Entities: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran, United States, United Kingdom, France • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel launched a large-scale air campaign against Iran, using about 200 jets to strike more than 100 targets, including nuclear facilities in Natanz and the Isfahan area, as well as sites in Tehran. The IDF said the strikes damaged underground enrichment infrastructure at Natanz and dismantled facilities related to metallic uranium production near Isfahan; Fordow was reportedly not hit, though an Israeli drone was shot down nearby. Israel also claimed to have killed several top Iranian military figures and nuclear scientists. Iran responded by launching waves of drones and missiles at Israel, most of which were intercepted, though some caused limited structural hits. The IAEA reported no rise in radiation outside Natanz. The U.S. said it was not involved as the Trump administration pursued talks to limit Iran’s nuclear program. Both Israeli and Iranian leaders pledged to continue their respective operations and responses.
Entities: Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran, Natanz, Isfahan, Tehran • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi called Israeli President Isaac Herzog after Israeli airstrikes hit Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, which Israeli media say was severely damaged. Grossi said radiation levels outside Natanz are unchanged and contamination inside can be managed, but condemned attacks on nuclear sites and urged maximum restraint. Iran’s foreign minister demanded the IAEA condemn Israel and convene an emergency Board of Governors meeting. The IDF said it struck Natanz’s underground enrichment hall and critical infrastructure, calling the site central to Iran’s uranium enrichment and alleged weapons capability.
Entities: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, Isaac Herzog, Iran, Natanz nuclear facility • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Iran vowed to continue its nuclear program after Israeli strikes on its nuclear and missile facilities that killed senior officials, including two nuclear scientists and top generals. Tehran framed the attack as proof of its right to enrichment and missile capabilities, and condemned a rare IAEA board rebuke declaring Iran in breach of nonproliferation obligations. President Masoud Pezeshkian said uranium enrichment will continue, and Iranian officials signaled talks with the U.S. may be off, though U.S. officials said they still hope to meet. The White House and State Department did not immediately comment, and a U.S. security meeting was scheduled to address next steps.
Entities: Iran, Israel, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Masoud Pezeshkian, United States • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
