Tehran releases explanatory note defending 60% enrichment

Iran has formally defended its enrichment of uranium to 60% purity in a public statement, insisting the activity is not prohibited under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

The explanatory note, released ahead of a key meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors, criticized the agency’s latest report for relying on “unverified” and “politically influenced” sources, saying the findings reflect a “departure from the principles of impartiality and professionalism.”

“Iran’s 60% enrichment and related stockpiles are fully declared and subject to continuous verification,” the document said.

Tehran also criticized the agency for referencing unresolved issues that had already been closed in past IAEA reports and resolutions, calling some content “unprofessional” and based on “unverified or third-party information.”

Iran further said that traces of uranium found at certain undeclared sites may be the result of sabotage or hostile actions, citing findings by its own security investigations.
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