Rafael Mariano Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has been in the news due to his involvement in monitoring and addressing nuclear-related developments in various countries. He has expressed concerns about Iran's nuclear activities, including a slowdown in implementing agreements and a potential easing of its nuclear program. Additionally, Grossi has raised alarms about the safety of nuclear facilities, such as the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, amidst conflict and attacks.
Born in 1961, Rafael Mariano Grossi is an Argentine diplomat who assumed the role of IAEA Director General on December 3, 2019. Prior to this position, he served as the Argentine Ambassador to Austria, Slovenia, Slovakia, and International Organizations in Vienna. Grossi's extensive diplomatic experience and expertise in nuclear non-proliferation have been instrumental in his role at the IAEA, where he works to ensure the peaceful use of nuclear energy and prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. His recent statements and actions reflect his commitment to upholding nuclear safety and security on the global stage.
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Rafael Grossi says of Tehran’s potential plans, 'We are moving closer to a situation where there is a big huge question mark about what they are doing and why they are doing it'
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Rafael Grossi says there is a 'slowdown' in implementation of deal between his nuclear watchdog and the Islamic Republic
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Global powers raise alarm after latest drone attack on Russian-held nuclear facility hits reactor confinement structure.
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One casualty reported at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant which is in crossfire since Moscow seized facility
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Tepco discharged about 7,800 metric tons of processed water in the latest release, which began in late February.
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Vast nuclear power plant has been on the frontline of the war since its capture in March 2022
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Iran's Oil Minister accuses Israel of orchestrating attacks on gas pipelines, disrupting supplies in several provinces.
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Iran is slowing down its production of highly enriched uranium, suggesting a potential easing of its nuclear program.
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North Korea's light-water reactor at Yongbyon nuclear complex is expected to be operational by next summer, potentially increasing plutonium production for nuclear weapons.
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Iran barred several experienced U.N. inspectors from monitoring its nuclear program and increased its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity.
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Iran has withdrawn accreditation from several International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors, hindering oversight of its nuclear activities.
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The International Atomic Energy Agency has warned of a potential threat to nuclear safety from a spike in fighting near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine.
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The US seized a tanker carrying nearly one million barrels of Iranian oil in violation of US sanctions, prompting tensions between the US and Iran.