“However, there appear to be trust issues with the local population that lives in the exploration area.
They are concerned about the possible pollution of groundwater in the future due to the proposed method of developing the field,” he told RIA Novosti.
The diplomat explained that according to preliminary data, the leaching method is being used for the first time in the country.
In this regard, Rosatom will need to carry out scientific work and convince the population of the safety of the method.
Earlier, ISNA reported that Iran for the first time increased uranium enrichment to 60% at its plant in Fordow.
According to the White House National Security Council (NSC) strategic communications coordinator John Kirby, US President Joe Biden will consider all possible options for action against Iran in order to prevent the state from obtaining a nuclear weapon.