IAEA urges Iran to allow inspections, points at Isfahan

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 27, 2026 at 09:46 PM

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A recent IAEA report states that Iran has stored most of its highly enriched uranium, including uranium enriched up to 60%, at an underground tunnel complex at its Isfahan facility. The IAEA is urging Iran to allow inspections of the site, expressing concern over its lack of access, especially after the US claimed to have targeted the facility in a previous conflict. The report also indicates the IAEA is unaware of the precise location and operational status of a fourth uranium enrichment facility Iran claimed to be setting up in Isfahan. The IAEA observed regular vehicular activity at the tunnel complex, emphasizing the need for immediate inspections. The report will be discussed at an upcoming IAEA board meeting, coinciding with further US-Iran talks mediated by Oman in Vienna.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Geneva 30% Vienna 30% Tehran 40% Oman ×240% 12-day war ×250% United States ×370% Isfahan ×580% International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) ×790% Iran ×7100%

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iaea inspections 90% uranium enrichment 80% isfahan facility 70% nuclear program 60% weapons-grade purity 50% underground tunnel complex 50% nuclear watchdog 40% us-iran talks 40%