IAEA chief Rafael Grossi stated on Dec. 16 that the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) is no longer viable, citing Iran’s uranium enrichment to 60%. Grossi emphasized the need for new negotiations involving global powers to address Iran’s nuclear progress. Western nations condemned Iran’s actions, accusing Tehran of escalating its nuclear program. The UN Security Council stressed the urgency of diplomatic solutions. Meanwhile, Iran maintains its right to peaceful nuclear energy and accuses the US and Europe of failing to honor the deal. n18oc_crux

There is “no sense of danger” after a puzzling flurry of sightings on the east coast, the president says. 

​There is “no sense of danger” after a puzzling flurry of sightings on the east coast, the president says.  

A passenger ferry, Neelkamal, capsized near Uran and Karanja en route to Elephanta Island from Mumbai’s Gateway of India, carrying around 30-35 passengers. Rescue operations are underway, involving the Mumbai Police, Indian Navy, Coast Guard, JNPT, and local fishing vessels. The cause of the accident is currently unknown.