Vienna: The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has stepped up pressure on Iran, calling on the country to fully explain the status of its enriched uranium and to allow inspectors complete access to its nuclear sites.

The International Atomic Energy Agency’s Board of Governors, made up of 35 member states, passed a resolution this week asking Iran to provide clear and updated information on its uranium stockpile, including material enriched close to weapons grade. The resolution was put forward by the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Germany.

According to the IAEA, Iran currently holds more than 440 kilograms of uranium enriched to around 60 percent purity. While this is below the level needed for a nuclear weapon, it is much higher than the amount typically used for civilian

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