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Dems Face Dilemma on Iran Delay

IN THIS ISSUE: Dems face dilemma on Iran delay, Iran says 'redesigning' reactor to cut capacity, Air Force to launch fixes to nuclear program, first reshuffle at Japanese regulator, Russia agrees on India's nuclear liability law, Pentagon plans 'realistic' test of shield against N. Korean missiles.

Published on June 12, 2014

Dems Face Dilemma on Iran Delay

Kristina Wong | Hill

Senate Democrats face a dilemma over whether to buck the White House and press for new sanctions on Iran with bilateral talks on a nuclear deal almost certain to drag on for at least six more months. There is broad support for Senator Menendez’s bill.

Iran Says 'Redesigning' Nuclear Reactor to Cut Plutonium Capacity

Haaretz

Iran is "busy redesigning" a planned research reactor to sharply cut its potential output of plutonium - a potential nuclear bomb fuel, a senior Iranian official said in comments that seemed to address a key dispute in negotiations with world powers.

Air Force to Launch Fixes to Nuclear Program

Robert Burns | Associated Press

The Air Force is launching an ambitious campaign to repair flaws in its nuclear missile corps, after recent training failures, security missteps, leadership lapses, morale problems and stunning breakdowns in discipline prompted Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel to demand action.

First Reshuffle at Japanese Regulator

World Nuclear News

Two new commissioners at Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) have been approved by lawmakers as the safety body grows into its role and builds working relationships with industry.

Russia Agrees on India's Nuclear Liability Law

Indian Express

Russia has in principle agreed on the Indian nuclear liability law, paving the way for signing a contract for unit 3 and 4 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in July, Russian officials said on Tuesday.

Pentagon Plans 'Realistic' Test of Shield Against North Korean Missiles

Korea Herald

The Pentagon is planning to conduct a “very realistic” test this month of its new major missile defense system aimed at countering growing threats from North Korea, a senior official said Wednesday

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