Yukiya Amano

UN nuclear chief: Iran must honour deal 'for many years'

The head of the UN nuclear agency suggests that Iran's initial compliance with an atomic deal is only a first step, saying Tehran must continue to honor its commitments in the years ahead.

Iran's initial compliance only first step, must honor deal 'for many years': UN nuclear chief

The head of the UN nuclear agency suggests that Iran's initial compliance with an atomic deal is only a first step, saying Tehran must continue to honor its commitments in the years ahead.

John Kerry says 'too soon' to tell if Iran N-deal sealed

US Secretary of State John Kerry warned today it was too soon to tell if tough negotiations with Iran on a deal curtailing its nuclear programme will succeed.

UN nuclear agency may press Iran on rare isotope in bomb probe

The UN nuclear watchdog says it wants Iran to clarify past production of small amounts of a rare radioactive material that can help trigger an atomic bomb explosion, but which also has non-military uses.

UN nuclear watchdog considering Iran invitation for talks

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog is considering an invitation to visit Tehran for scheduled talks, a possible sign of progress in a long-stalled investigation into suspected nuclear arms research by Iran.

Iran should address concerns urgently, says UN nuclear chief

Iran says its nuclear energy programme is for electricity generation and medical uses only, rejecting Western accusations it is covertly trying to develop the capability to make bombs.

IAEA chief starts talks in Tehran, hopes for deal

Iran says it needs the uranium enriched to a fissile concentration of 20 percent for its medical isotope reactor.

Don't tie our hands: IAEA chief to Iran

The UN nuclear watchdog chief accused Iran on Thursday of seeking to "tie our hands" and of spreading incorrect information about talks between his inspectors and Tehran, in unusually blunt public criticism that highlights strained ties.

UN nuke chief to Iran: Don't tie our hands