International negotiations regarding nuclear matters between Iran and the E3 (France, Germany, and UK) have escalated, while simultaneously proposing a resolution for consideration at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

International negotiations regarding nuclear matters between Iran and the E3 (France, Germany, and UK) have escalated, while simultaneously proposing a resolution for consideration at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

In the aftermath of airstrikes on its major nuclear facilities by Israel and the United States last June, Iran has taken a significant step by suspending its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This decision comes as a response to the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks and criticize the agency for a resolution on its non-compliance, which Tehran believes served as a pretext for the bombings.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, led the Iranian delegation in talks with government representatives from Europe in Geneva and Istanbul. The discussions focused on the future of sanctions over Iran’s nuclear program and Iran's proposal to reduce uranium enrichment and maintain the non-attack capability of its nuclear sites under UN monitoring provisions.

However, tensions between Iran and Europe remain high. Iran has criticized the three European powers—France, Germany, and the United Kingdom—which are parties to the 2015 nuclear deal, and has demanded the return of nuclear sanctions if they cannot reach an agreement with Iran before the UNSC Resolution 2231 expires in October.

In a joint telephone conversation, Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, held discussions with his counterparts from France, Germany, the UK, and the EU foreign policy chief. Araghchi emphasized the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program and stated that Iran is ready for any fair and balanced solution that ensures mutual benefits.

Araghchi also referred to the framework deal with the IAEA signed in Egypt last week regarding a new modality of bilateral cooperation including inspections. He warned that the validity of the Cairo agreement is conditional on 'no hostile action' against Iran, including the re-imposition of UN sanctions. Otherwise, Tehran would regard the document as 'terminated'.

The IAEA General Conference, scheduled for Thursday afternoon or Friday morning, will discuss the draft resolution proposed by Iran, calling for the prohibition of attacks on nuclear sites under UN watchdog's safeguards. Iran, along with China, Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Belarus, have submitted the draft resolution to uphold the integrity of the UN Charter, IAEA Statute, and the Non Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

Meanwhile, the spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Behrouz Kamalvandi, stated that the US has initiated a confrontation accompanied by threats directed at other countries. He also stated that the US has threatened the UN nuclear watchdog with cutting off its financial support if the draft resolution is passed.

Esmaeil Baghaei, Foreign Ministry Spokesman, stated that all parties should aim to de-escalate tensions and avoid exploiting the current situation. China and Russia, as JCPOA signatories and UNSC permanent member states, have proposed a counter resolution to extend the exemption of Iran's nuclear sanctions and reach an agreement on its nuclear program.

The ongoing dispute over sanctions against Iran's nuclear program and the proposed draft resolutions at the IAEA General Conference highlight the complex and tense geopolitical landscape in the region.

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