Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said the enemy is seeking to undermine Iran’s scientific and technological advancement, while pledging expanded nuclear cooperation with the medical sector.

Why it matters:
Eslami’s remarks signal Iran’s resistance against external pressure amid ongoing sanctions, while highlighting efforts to leverage nuclear technology for civilian applications like healthcare.  

The big picture:
Eslami says international sanctions and diplomatic pressure as part of a broader effort to prevent its scientific and technological independence, particularly in sensitive fields like nuclear technology, which pursue for peaceful purposes.

What he's saying:

Mohammad Eslami:

The enemy’s goal is to prevent Iran’s growth and progress.

The enemy sanctions whatever creates power and authority. The talk of atomic bombs and missiles is deceptive rhetoric to divert people’s attention.

The enemy considers emerging technologies its exclusive domain and does not allow other countries to grow and progress in this field.

The development of the nuclear industry is indebted to the profound vision of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

The Atomic Energy Organization will increase its cooperation with the medical field.

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