Iran’s nuclear program remains a top focus for inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency, particularly as any possible deal between Tehran and the United States over the program would likely rely on the agency long known as the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog.

The United Nations Security Council will meet later on Friday over Israel's strikes on Iran, diplomats said, at the request of Tehran. (Reporting by Michelle Nichols; editing by Susan Heavey) Copyright 2025 Thomson Reuters.

Iran announced Thursday it will launch a new uranium enrichment facility after the United Nations nuclear watchdog determined the country was not in compliance with its nuclear obligations. The Iranian government issued a statement calling the resolution “politically motivated” and biased and saying it “has no choice but to respond.