Why it matters:
Ongoing international tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program have raised concerns over its security and the protection of its nuclear infrastructure. Iran insists on its right to peaceful nuclear energy under international law, and these threats jeopardize not only its security but also the integrity of diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the nuclear issue.
What they’re saying:
Abbas Araghchi reiterated Iran’s policy of engaging and cooperating with the IAEA, highlighting that such threats require the agency to be more assertive in defending Iran’s rights under international frameworks.
IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi expressed his commitment to facilitating discussions with all parties involved to help address existing issues. He also requested to visit Iran, an offer that was preliminarily accepted by Foreign Minister Araghchi.
Go deeper:
The telephone conversation highlights the increasing pressure on the IAEA to take a stronger position regarding the security of Iran’s nuclear sites, particularly in light of continued threats from the U.S. It is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure Iran's peaceful nuclear program and to ensure the protection of its sovereignty.
ahmad shirzadian
