IAEA Heads to Washington Over Iran's Uranium Concerns

IAEA officials plan to visit Washington to address challenges in monitoring Iran's uranium levels. This diplomatic move follows the rejection of monitoring efforts by Iranian authorities. The visit seeks to ensure global nuclear safety amid growing international unease.

Officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) are set to visit Washington next week for crucial talks with U.S. counterparts. The discussions aim to address international concerns regarding the IAEA's struggle to monitor Iran's stockpile of near-weapons-grade uranium, according to Bloomberg News sources.

This visit comes in the wake of IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi's chief inspector failing to secure Iranian approval for the continuation of monitoring activities within the country. Diplomatic sources with inside knowledge have highlighted the urgency of the situation.

While Reuters has yet to independently verify the report, it underscores growing international concern over nuclear safety. The IAEA has not responded to requests for comment at this time.

(With inputs from agencies.)