The Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, announced that the legislative body is pursuing a plan to suspend Iran’s cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

In a post on his personal X account, Qalibaf stated, “In the Islamic Consultative Assembly, we are working to approve a plan that will halt Iran’s cooperation with the IAEA until we receive tangible guarantees of professional conduct from this international organization.”  

This move comes amid growing concerns over the IAEA’s impartiality and its handling of Iran’s nuclear activities. Iran has repeatedly emphasized its commitment to transparency while demanding fair treatment and respect for its sovereign rights in the realm of peaceful nuclear technology.  

The decision, if approved, would mark a significant shift in Iran’s engagement with the IAEA, reflecting the country’s determination to safeguard its national interests in the face of biases and especially, the recent Israeli-American attacks on Iran's nuclear infrastructure. 

Mojtaba Darabi