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The UN's International Atomic Energy Agency warned about restricted access to Iranian nuclear sites and urged Tehran to cooperate with inspections, as Western powers pushed to refer Iran's nuclear file to the UN Security Council. The warning comes amid the broader military standoff between Iran and the United States, adding diplomatic pressure on Tehran even as fighting continues in the Gulf. The push for a Security Council referral signals growing international concern over Iran's nuclear program and could pave the way for renewed sanctions or other punitive measures, further complicating any prospects for de-escalation between Iran and Western powers.