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IAEA Director General warns of global nuclear proliferation risks

Apr 20, 2026 03:45 PM CT Vienna, Austria nuclear-proliferation,IAEA,diplomatic-statement,regional-security

Summary

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi expressed concern regarding a potential global nuclear arms race, highlighting the dangers of proliferation in the Middle East. While the statement is general, it directly addresses the nuclear dimension of the Iran-Israel conflict, where Iran's nuclear program remains a primary flashpoint. This underscores the international community's anxiety over the potential for regional escalation involving nuclear capabilities.

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"A world with 20 nuclear weapon states or more would be extremely dangerous," Rafael Grossi said

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