Iran's increasing stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, as reported by the IAEA, prompted a phone call between Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and IAEA Director Grossi. Araghchi insisted Iran's nuclear activities are compliant and monitored, while the IAEA noted unsatisfactory cooperation regarding undeclared sites. The report revealed a nearly 50% increase in Iran's 60% enriched uranium since February, reaching 408.6 kilograms. This comes amidst ongoing indirect US-Iran talks mediated by Oman, aiming to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Iran's deputy foreign minister rejected many of the IAEA's findings.

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