"UN Atomic Chief Advocates Nuclear Power Amid Global Proliferation Concerns at COP28"

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Mariano Grossi, expressed support for nuclear power as a solution to climate change and increasing electricity demand at the COP28 climate talks. He highlighted the shift in thinking on atomic power and the inclusion of nuclear energy at the summit, which was previously considered taboo. Grossi also acknowledged the challenges in monitoring nuclear programs, particularly in Iran after the collapse of the 2015 nuclear deal. He warned against the potential domino effect of more countries acquiring nuclear weapons and emphasized the importance of a widespread approach to prevent nuclear proliferation.