IAEA reports Iran to UN Security Council for first time in 20 years over safeguard non-compliance

The IAEA Board of Governors concluded that Iran has not adhered to its safeguard commitments and referred the matter to the UN Security Council, formally moving the nuclear file from Vienna to New York. This is the first such referral in two decades, escalating diplomatic pressure on Tehran. The practical implications depend on whether the Security Council reimposes sanctions or pursues a diplomatic track, with Iran's response likely to shape the outcome.