IAEA praises Iran for increased openness regarding nuclear program

The UN nuclear watchdog chief praised Iran on Monday for showing increased openness about its disputed nuclear program but he also made clear Tehran must do more to address questions about suspected atomic bomb research.

Yukiya Amano said Iran's engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency in recent months - which includes greater access - had helped the IAEA "gain a better understanding" of the program.

"I welcome the fact that the practical measures agreed with Iran ... have been implemented by Iran as planned. Iran has engaged with the agency substantively," said Amano. (Reuters)