Emergency IAEA Meeting Amid U.S. Strikes on Iran

The IAEA's Rafael Grossi has called an emergency meeting of the Board of Governors following U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The meeting aims to address the urgent situation in Iran and assess its implications on nuclear safety and global security.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Vienna | Updated: 22-06-2025 12:46 IST | Created: 22-06-2025 12:46 IST
Emergency IAEA Meeting Amid U.S. Strikes on Iran
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The chief of the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, announced an emergency meeting following military strikes by the United States on Iran's nuclear facilities. The announcement came on Sunday, emphasizing the urgent nature of the situation.

Grossi, who leads the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated that the meeting of the 35-nation Board of Governors will take place tomorrow. The decision highlights the gravity of the developments in Iran.

The U.S. military action has raised concerns over nuclear safety and regional security, prompting a quick response from international oversight bodies. The upcoming meeting will focus on evaluating these concerns and strategizing further actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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