IAEA Board of Governors reported Iran to UN Security Council for first time since 2005
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UN nuclear watchdog board reports Iran to UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years
The IAEA Board of Governors has reported Iran to the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years over undeclared uranium traces, escalating nuclear non-proliferation tensions. Western intelligence suggests Iran may have pursued a secret nuclear weapons programme until 2003, while Iran maintains its programme is peaceful. This marks a critical shift in international oversight of Iran's nuclear activities under the NPT framework. The development is significant for exams covering global security, nuclear governance, and India's strategic interests in West Asia.
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Issue centers on undeclared uranium traces found at Iranian sites, suggesting possible pre-2003 weapons programme
Western officials allege Iran had secret nuclear weapons programme until 2003; Iran denies, claims peaceful intent
Action taken under Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) safeguards agreement
Development impacts JCPOA (2015 Iran nuclear deal) revival prospects and West Asia stability
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