Archive · 31 May 2025
IAEA: Iran Increases Uranium Stockpile Amid Nuclear Deal Talks
Iran has made more enriched uranium that's close to what's needed for a bomb.
The UN's nuclear watchdog is worried and wants Iran to cooperate.
The US and Iran are talking about a new nuclear deal.
Some Iranian officials say they won't agree unless all sanctions are lifted.
Trump thinks a deal is possible but has asked Israel not to attack Iran's nuclear sites yet to allow time for negotiations.
IAEA reported Iran increased near-weapons-grade uranium stockpile.
Iran has amassed 408.6 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60%.
The report was released on May 17, 2025 and reflects data from that date.
US President Trump is seeking a nuclear deal with Iran.
Trump asked Israel to hold off on any attacks to give negotiations more time.
- Who
- Iran, US, IAEA, Israel
- What
- Iran increased near-weapons-grade uranium stockpile; US seeks nuclear deal
- When
- May 17, 2025 (IAEA report date)
- Where
- Undisclosed, Vienna (IAEA HQ)
- Why
- IAEA calls for cooperation; negotiations for new nuclear deal
Iran's View
US/Western View
Nuclear Program Purpose
Iran's View
Iran insists its nuclear program is peaceful and for civilian use.
US/Western View
Seeks to limit Iran’s nuclear program.
Inspection of Nuclear Facilities
Iran's View
Iran may allow inspections only if a deal is reached.
US/Western View
Wants verification of Iran's nuclear program.
- Key Players
- Iran, US, IAEA
- IAEA Report Date
- May 17, 2025
- Uranium Enrichment Level
- Up to 60%
- Uranium Stockpile
- 408.6 kilograms (900.8 pounds)
- Change Since Feb
- Increase of 133.8 kilograms (294.9 pounds)
- Talks Status
- Ongoing
Sources
Iran protests over 'fake' Austria intel on nuclear programme
Iran calls Austria intel on nuclear programme 'fake'
Iran considers nuclear weapons 'unacceptable', FM says
Iran has amassed even more near weapons-grade uranium, UN watchdog says
