Why it matters:
Iran has left open dialogue with the IAEA to make the agency sure of the fact that the Iranian nuclear program is peaceful.
The big picture:
The latest meeting included a delegation from Tehran, with officials from the Foreign Ministry and the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran.
Discussions focused on a cooperation protocol under a law passed by Iran’s parliament, which limits certain inspections if sanctions are not lifted.
Iran says the new context — following the U.S.-Israeli attacks against its nuclear sites — must be taken into account in future engagements with the IAEA.
What they’re saying:
Reza Najafi:
“Another round of talks was held today with the IAEA, with the participation of representatives from our Foreign Ministry and the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization.”
“The discussions centered on the cooperation mechanism within the framework of parliamentary law, while considering the new circumstances arising from unlawful attacks on our peaceful nuclear facilities.”
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