The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) concluded that there had been nuclear activities related to the discovery of artificial uranium particles at three undeclared sites in Iran.
The Israeli media Jerusalem Post reported that Rafael Grossi, the IAEA Secretary General, said during a board meeting held in Vienna, Austria, on the 9th (local time) that "Iran has concluded that it has not reported nuclear material-related activities at the three sites of Baramin, Marivan, and Turkuzabad."
Previously, the IAEA discovered traces of artificial uranium in Iran and requested clarification, but Iran did not provide a proper response. Iran also attempted to obstruct the IAEA investigation, including trying to delete relevant information.
Artificial uranium is a uranium isotope that does not exist in nature. It is created through nuclear fission by colliding thermal neutrons with natural uranium in a laboratory.
Secretary General Grossi noted that "the only way forward is a diplomatic solution" and expressed his support for "the United States and Iran to devote all efforts and demonstrate wisdom and political courage to successfully resolve this issue."
In a press conference following the board meeting, Secretary General Grossi said, "I hope a new nuclear agreement regarding Iran's nuclear program is concluded to eliminate the need for an Israeli attack."