The latest report from the UN nuclear watchdog's board of governors reveals that Iran is failing to meet its nuclear obligations for the first time in nearly two decades. This development comes amidst reports suggesting that Israel is contemplating military action against Iran without US support.

Iran has consistently maintained that it has followed the safeguard obligations outlined by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). In response to the findings, Tehran has announced plans to establish a new uranium enrichment facility in a secure location.

Additionally, Iran stated that it is preparing other measures in response to the situation, which will be disclosed in due course.

US President Donald Trump is reportedly engaged in discussions with Iran regarding a potential diplomatic agreement to limit Iran's nuclear activities. However, President Trump expressed doubts about the possibility of reaching an agreement during an interview with the New York Post's 'Pod Force One' podcast.

Contrary to US demands, a senior Iranian official affirmed that Iran will not relinquish its right to enrich uranium. This stance was reiterated by Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who emphasized the importance of uranium enrichment to the country's interests.

Israel and the US have long harbored concerns that Iran's nuclear program is geared towards developing nuclear weapons, an allegation repeatedly denied by Tehran. The 2015 Iran nuclear deal, initiated by President Barack Obama, aimed to restrict Iran's uranium enrichment in exchange for lifting sanctions. However, President Trump withdrew the US from the agreement.

Amidst ongoing tensions in the region and fears surrounding Iran's nuclear activities, Israel is reportedly contemplating a preemptive strike against Iran. This move is fueled by concerns that a potential US-Iran agreement may include provisions related to uranium enrichment that Israel deems unacceptable.

As the situation evolves, the US State Department has taken precautionary measures by evacuating non-essential personnel from its embassy in Baghdad and authorizing the departure of similar personnel from Bahrain and Kuwait. Dr. Burcu Ozcelik, a Middle East expert at the RUSI thinktank, highlighted the diminishing prospects of a US-Iran deal and speculated on the US's strategy to deter Iranian retaliation in the event of an Israeli strike.