Verification and Monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in Light of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015)
Enhanced Surveillance
Following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2231 in 2015, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has played a crucial role in verifying and monitoring Iran's nuclear activities to ensure compliance with the agreement's terms.
IAEA Inspection Activities
* The IAEA conducts regular inspections of declared nuclear facilities in Iran. * These inspections include the collection of environmental samples, the installation of surveillance cameras, and the monitoring of nuclear material movements.
Unresolved Ambiguities
Despite the IAEA's efforts, a number of ambiguities regarding Iran's nuclear program remain unresolved: *
- Unexplained presence of uranium particles at undeclared sites
- Incomplete information on centrifuge production
- Absence of detailed design information for a heavy water reactor
IAEA's Response
* The IAEA has repeatedly requested Iran to provide clarifying information on these ambiguities. * In September 2021, the IAEA submitted a series of questions to Iran regarding these issues.
Resolution Passed by Board of Governors
* In June 2022, the IAEA's 35-nation Board of Governors passed a resolution calling on Iran to: *
- Provide full and prompt responses to the IAEA's questions
- Step up cooperation with the IAEA
- Implement the Additional Protocol to its nuclear safeguards agreement
Recent Developments
* In November 2022, the IAEA reached an agreement with Iran allowing the Agency access to surveillance cameras inside Iran's nuclear facilities. * This agreement was a positive step towards resolving the ongoingambiguities.
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