Afghanistan, June 1 -- Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of 60% enriched uranium, bringing it closer to weapons-grade levels, alarming global watchdogs.
A confidential report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reveals that Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60%, now totaling 408.6 kilograms as of May 17, 2025. This marks a nearly 50% increase since February and brings the nation closer to the weapons-grade enrichment level of 90%, according to the Associated Press.
The IAEA expressed serious concern, noting that Iran remains the only non-nuclear-weapon state producing such material. The report also criticizes Iran for its lack of cooperation in explaining uranium traces foun...