Iran Slams Brakes on IAEA Cooperation Over Nuclear Sites Attacks
Iran is ceasing collaboration with the Atomic Energy Agency.
Hey there! 🕺 Let's dive into the latest drama unfolding in global politics. Iran, in response to strikes on its nuclear facilities by the U.S. and Israel, has decided to freeze its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
In a stern statement made on state television, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of Iran's parliament, accused the IAEA of lacking objectivity and professionalism, stating that the agency's international credibility is now in question. He emphasized that cooperation will only resume if the security of Iran's nuclear facilities is guaranteed.
This move comes a day after Ghalibaf had announced his intention to do so, following the U.S.'s strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities on Monday. Raoul Grossi, the IAEA chief, urged Iran to grant inspectors access to the sites to verify uranium stocks, particularly the nearly 400 kilograms that are enriched to 60%, during a crucial IAEA meeting on Monday.
In the past, the West has accused Iran of pursuing nuclear weapons, which Tehran continues to deny. This recent IAEA resolution criticizes Iran for non-compliance regarding its nuclear program.
Iran's suspension of cooperation means it will no longer allow IAEA inspections, cameras, inspectors, or the submission of nuclear activity reports under the NPT safeguards framework. This move could lead to increased regional tensions, potentially escalating the ongoing conflict between Iran-West and Iran-Israel. It also reduces international oversight of Iran's nuclear activities, raising uncertainties about its program and complicating diplomatic efforts aimed at nuclear non-proliferation.
Despite the attacks, Iran remains determined to pursue a peaceful nuclear program and defends its sovereignty and interests in the face of external pressure. This decision may further strain Iran's relationships with Western countries and the IAEA, potentially making negotiations and cooperation on nuclear issues more challenging going forward. 🚀💣🔥
Sources: ntv.de, lme/AFP
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The escalating Iranian-West and Iranian-Israel conflicts may deepen due to Iran's suspension of cooperation with the IAEA, as the freeze prevents inspections, camera access, and the submission of nuclear activity reports, which are crucial for maintaining international oversight and ensuring the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program. This policy shift, stemming from the attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, raises questions about the future of community and employment policies involving Iran and the international community, particularly in areas such as politics, general-news, and nuclear non-proliferation.
