The Latest on Iran’s Nuclear Program: U.N. Watchdog Chief to Visit Tehran Amid Rising Tensions with the U.S.

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ROME/PARIS (Reuters) – U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi announced on Wednesday his intention to visit Iran in the coming days to address the ongoing issues surrounding its nuclear program. Grossi expressed optimism about working collaboratively with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in addressing these concerns.

Grossi had previously expressed his desire to visit Tehran before the Nov. 5 U.S. election to resolve longstanding issues between Iran, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and Western powers.

“We are already in discussions with colleagues in Iran for my upcoming visit, which may take place in a few days. The timing is yet to be confirmed,” he stated during a news conference in Rome.

Although not officially confirmed, Iranian officials have signaled their willingness to cooperate with the IAEA to resolve outstanding issues.

Key issues include Iran’s refusal to allow uranium-enrichment experts to be part of IAEA inspection teams and its failure to explain uranium traces found at undisclosed sites.

Since 2019, Iran has intensified its nuclear activities following the U.S.’s withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal, leading to increased tensions and concerns.

Iran’s enrichment of uranium to 60% fissile purity has raised alarms, as it approaches the level required for nuclear weapons. Despite Iran’s claims of pursuing civilian energy purposes, these developments have sparked international scrutiny.

The future of U.S.-Iran relations under a second Trump administration remains uncertain, with recent geopolitical events adding to the complexity of the situation.

As tensions escalate in the region, concerns about a potential conflict and its implications on global security have grown, impacting diplomatic efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.

With the expiration of U.N. Security Council Resolution 2231 in October 2025, time is running out for a comprehensive action plan to address Iran’s nuclear program and the broader regional challenges it poses.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story and its potential impact on financial markets and global stability.

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