Iran Has Begun The Process Of Making Enriched Uranium Metal

The Iranian flag waves in front of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) headquarters, in Vienna  

Reuters: Iran begins process of making enriched uranium metal; U.S., E3 dismayed 

VIENNA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Iran has begun the process of producing enriched uranium metal, the U.N. atomic watchdog said on Tuesday, a move that could help it develop a nuclear weapon and that three European powers said threatened talks to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. 

Iran's steps, which were disclosed by the International Atomic Energy Agency and which Tehran said were aimed at developing fuel for a research reactor, also drew criticism from the United States, which called them an "unfortunate step backwards." 

U.S. and European officials made clear that Iran's decision would complicate, and potentially torpedo, indirect U.S.-Iranian talks seeking to bring both nations back into compliance with the 2015 deal, which was abandoned by former U.S. President Donald Trump.  

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Update #1: Iran notifies nuclear watchdog of uranium enrichment plans -- The Hill  

Update #2: US urges Iran to avoid 'provocative' steps amid new uranium enrichment -- The Hill  

WNU Editor: In response to this provocative move, the Biden administration appears to be signalling that they are going to drop all sanctions .... Biden is considering ENDING sweeping sanctions against states like Iran that were strengthened under Trump and will instead rely on 'working with' foreign governments (Daily Mail). 

US Democrats talk about "soft-power". This is not "soft-power", this is surrender and capitulation.

Update #3: The Russians are stating the obvious .... Goal of reviving Iran nuclear deal by July 15 not achievable, Russian envoy says (TASS).

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