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UN nuclear chief demands access to Iran military site for inspectors

THE United Nations nuclear watchdog chief is increasing the pressure on Iran over suspicions it has researched how to build an atomic bomb – calling for immediate access to a key military site.

Signalling frustration at the lack of progress, Yukiya Amano told the 35-nation board negotiations with Iran must "proceed with a sense of urgency" and be focused on achieving concrete results soon.

Because Iran is not providing the necessary co-operation with inspectors, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) "cannot conclude all nuclear material in Iran is in peaceful activities", said Mr Amano, the watchdog's director-general.

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