The IAEA board of governors voted to refer Iran to the UN Security Council over its nuclear “non-compliance,” a diplomatic step aimed at increasing pressure. The resolution was adopted by 23 votes in favour, with three against and eight abstentions, with Russia, China and Niger voting against.
WHO:IAEA board of governors
WHAT:Voted to refer Iran to the UN Security Council over nuclear non-compliance
WHEN:Sep 9, 2026
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The referral was triggered by Iran’s nuclear “non-compliance.”
