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Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Gary Sambrook (Conservative). It was answered on Tuesday, 26 October 2021 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Topical Questions

Question

I am sure my right hon. Friend shares my grave concern at Iran’s escalation of uranium enrichment to 60% and production of uranium metal, which has no credible civilian purpose. Will the Government therefore seek a resolution of censure at the next International Atomic Energy Agency board of governors session, so we can ensure that we hold Iran to account?

Answer

Iran has no credible civilian justification for its nuclear escalation. As I made clear to my Iranian counterpart, Iran urgently needs to return to the negotiating table and, if it does not engage meaningfully in negotiations, we will reconsider our approach. All options are on the table.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
702 c133 
Session
2021-22
Oral question type
1st Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
International Atomic Energy Agency Nuclear fuels Iran Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Link
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