Iranian Atomic Head Visits Moscow Amid Nuclear Tensions

Mohammad Eslami, Iran's atomic energy head, visits Moscow for discussions as the UN Security Council withholds lifting sanctions on Iran. This follows European efforts to reimpose sanctions over Tehran's alleged non-compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran denies weapon intentions, insisting on peaceful nuclear rights, with Russia's support.

Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran's atomic energy organization and vice president, has arrived in Moscow for crucial talks amid escalating nuclear tensions.

The visit comes after the 15-member U.N. Security Council decided not to permanently lift sanctions on Tehran, prompted by accusations from three European nations that Iran failed to comply with a 2015 nuclear agreement.

While Iran denies any intention to develop nuclear weapons, Russia backs Tehran's claim to pursue peaceful nuclear energy. However, details of whom Eslami will meet in Moscow remain undisclosed.

(With inputs from agencies.)