Iran continues to try and acquire technological material to support its nuclear program, said Thomas Countryman, assistant secretary for international security and nonproliferation.

“Iran and North Korea have developed channels that enable them to continue to export … [and] procure the items they need for their weapons industry,” Countryman said during a trip to Geneva on May 5.

In addition to obtaining these resources, Countryman noted that Iran was also sending weapons and ammunition to Syrian government forces. Such activity is in violation of international sanctions.

“Obviously, more needs to be done in order for the regime in Iran to hear the message that it must seriously address its non-compliance with the Non-Proliferation Treaty,” said Countryman.