Iran Expands Near-Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile

Iran has increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, according to a UN nuclear watchdog report. The stockpile now includes 142.1 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60%, a short step from weapons-grade. This development comes amid heightened Middle East tensions and follows Iran's barring of IAEA inspectors. The deaths of Iran's president and foreign minister have paused talks with the IAEA, complicating efforts to monitor Iran's nuclear activities.