US Offers $20 Million for Iran Nuclear Intelligence
The United States has announced a reward of up to $20 million for information about Iran’s nuclear programme, offering possible relocation assistance to individuals providing valuable intelligence. The announcement, made by US Central Command on Friday, November 6, comes amid continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear activities.
US Seeks Intelligence on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities
The reward is being offered through the US State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme, which was established in 1984 to gather intelligence supporting American national security interests.
US authorities are seeking information about Iranian nuclear facilities, equipment, technologies and personnel, including scientists associated with the country’s nuclear programme.
The offer also covers intelligence concerning the movement of nuclear-related equipment and individuals.
However, US Central Command has not specified the criteria for receiving the maximum $20 million reward.
IAEA Raises Concerns Over Iran’s Nuclear Programme
The State Department cited Iran’s failure to meet safeguards obligations under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
According to Washington, these compliance issues have prevented international inspectors from maintaining reliable knowledge of Iran’s production and stockpiles of critical nuclear components, including centrifuges.
The announcement follows repeated claims by President Donald Trump that American military strikes have severely damaged Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
Trump Says Iran Wants Nuclear Agreement With US
Speaking in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump maintained that US military intervention had prevented Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and threatening Israel.
He also claimed that Tehran was eager to negotiate an agreement to end the ongoing conflict.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian indicated earlier this week that his government remained committed to pursuing a diplomatic settlement.
Regional mediators continue efforts to prevent further military escalation while negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme remain unresolved.
