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The core issue fueling tension is Iran's refusal to clarify the presence of uranium traces at undeclared sites—a suspicion that the material may be linked to covert weapon development. Despite Iran's claim that these traces are the result of Israeli sabotage, no substantive evidence has been provided to support these assertions. The UN's resolution paves the way for referral of Iran's dossier to the Security Council, which could trigger a renewed wave of sanctions. However, reimposing sanctions poses risks, including Iran’s threat to expel inspectors and withdraw from the Non-Proliferation Treaty altogether—a move that would eliminate what little legal restraint remains on its nuclear pursuits.