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Tehran Research Reactor
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Nuclear facilities in Iran.
Tehran Research Reactor
The Tehran Research Reactor (TRR) 35°44′18″N51°23′17″E / 35.73833°N 51.38806°E was a focal point in the negotiations leading to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) due to its dual-use potential. While the reactor was primarily designated for medical isotope production, its capability to operate with highly enriched uranium (HEU) raised concerns about its possible military applications. The facility’s ability to produce materials relevant to nuclear weapons development made it a subject of international scrutiny and regulatory measures within the framework of the nuclear agreement.