News Alert: Iran announces higher uranium enrichment levels in most serious break from nuclear deal since U.S. withdrawal

Behrouz Kamalvandi of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said the cap had been passed but did not say how high the uranium enrichment level would be taken. The move marks a major step back from the nuclear accord in response to U.S. sanctions and a military buildup in the Persian Gulf region. But Iran's known enrichment levels still remain well below weapons grade, offering possible room for negotiations with Europe and others to lower tensions.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Jul 8, 5:35 AM     Iran announces higher uranium enrichment levels in most serious break from nuclear deal since U.S. withdrawal Behrouz Kamalvandi of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said the cap had been passed but did not say how high the uranium enrichment level would be taken. The move marks a major step back from the nuclear accord in response to U.S. sanctions and a military buildup in the Persian Gulf region. But Iran's known enrichment levels still remain well below weapons grade, offering possible room for negotiations with Europe and others to lower tensions. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071