UN nuclear watchdog begins Iran debate

VIENNA — The International Atomic Energy Agency’s 35-nation board of governors has begun discussing Iran’s disputed nuclear program.

Iran insists its program is peaceful and aimed at generating electricity. But the United States and key allies contend it is covertly trying to build a bomb.

A long list of countries is expected to comment on the matter Wednesday during a closed-door session.

At the start of the board meeting Monday, IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei said his agency is locked in a “stalemate” with Iran and urged Tehran to “substantively re-engage” with the Vienna-based watchdog to prove there are no military dimensions to its nuclear program.


Years down the road, Iran is required to 'prove' a negative. Absence of proof being no proof of absence.
I'm reminded of North Korea's quip to the UN Security Council - where they note of the 2054 atomic explosions recorded, 2052 have been made by 5 Security Council members. Iran has made NONE : and are 'sanctioned'.

Some 'facts' are unclear. Others are, apparently, negotiable
U.S.-Russian Civilian Nuclear Cooperation Agreement: Issues for Congress
http://88.80.13.160/leak/crs/RL34655.txt