IAEA: No Evidence of Systematic Iranian Nuclear Weapons Development

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has stated that there is no evidence of systematic Iranian activities aimed at developing nuclear weapons, according to a Alqahera News.

The announcement comes amid heightened international scrutiny over Iran’s nuclear program, particularly in light of ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The IAEA, the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog, has long been tasked with monitoring Iran’s nuclear facilities and ensuring compliance with international agreements.

While the agency has previously expressed concerns about Iran’s lack of full transparency and cooperation, this latest assessment suggests that Iran is not currently engaged in any organized effort to weaponize its nuclear capabilities.

The statement is likely to impact diplomatic discussions, especially as world powers continue to debate the future of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the 2015 nuclear deal from which the United States withdrew in 2018.

The IAEA’s findings may bolster Tehran’s claims that its nuclear program is strictly for peaceful purposes, even as Western countries remain cautious over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels and reduced cooperation with inspectors.