Nuclear Program Status - Inspectors reported the absence of a systemic weapons program, lacking a definitive "smoking gun" [1] - No country is enriching uranium at 60%, which is technically close to the 90% needed for a nuclear weapon [2] - Inspectors require concrete proof of an active nuclear weapons program, which has not been observed [3] - The situation remains a concern, prompting a serious report to the IAEA board of governors [3] International Relations and Ambiguity - Iranian officials claim a fatwa prohibits nuclear weapons as incompatible with Islam [4] - High officials have suggested Iran possesses all the necessary components for nuclear weapons, creating ambiguity [4]

The UN nuclear watchdog saying enrichment facilities in Iran have taken direct military strikes. Joining us now is, I'm so pleased to say, the IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi. Director General, you've had a very busy couple of weeks.Thank you so much for making time for us. I want to just start with what damage has been done and what remains operational in Iran. Well, thank you very much.A pleasure to be with you. There has been a number of of there have been a number of attacks since the beginning of t ...

to agree to a cease fire and would offer flexibility in nuclear negotiations in return. Joining us now is Wendy Sherman, former deputy secretary of state. Wendy also led the U.S. Negotiating team from 2011 to 2015 on an agreement that limited Iran's nuclear activity. Wendy, it's great to have you on the show.First of all, I mean, how much credence do you put in this reporting. Does it sound realistic that Iran would be trying to push the U.S. To come to the table at this point. >> Well, I would not be surpr ...

We'll start with you. Thank you for being with us this morning. Um, let's just get your reaction to what happened overnight and is still happening as we speak.Despite, as mentioned, uh, warnings or or requests, I should say, from the United States to give a diplomacy a chance, Israel has hit Iran and hit it hard. Your reaction. Well, Jonathan, I think we need to uh just consider for a second how we got here.I mean, that's what I was thinking about last night. I mean, you've got to back up all the way to to ...