Iran-IAEA Tensional Standoff: IAEA Chief Warns Against Aggression Towards Iranian Nuclear Sites
International Atomic Energy Agency head issues alarm over potential assault on Iran's atomic facilities - Warnings Issued by International Atomic Energy Agency Head Regarding Potential Strike on Iranian Nuclear Sites
In a bid to tackling Iran's nuclear agenda, the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) head, Rafael Grossi, has issued a stern warning to Israel regarding potential attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. He asserted that such an attack, if executed, would require "an enormously damaging force" to inflict any serious harm, as these facilities are extraordinarily fortified. The remarks were shared during a conversation with i24news.
Grossi echoed these sentiments with the "Jerusalem Post," stating that an attack could ignite a unifying response from Iran, strengthening its determination to pursue a nuclear weapon or exit the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. He substantiated his claims by explaining that Iran had informed him of this possibility.
Addressing Iran, Grossi urged transparency regarding its nuclear program. Iran maintains its stance that it is solely focused on peaceful pursuits, yet Western governments harbor suspicions that the Iranian ruling class may be advocating for the development of nuclear weapons.
"We've taken a detour"
Since Iran ceased collaborating with the IAEA, there has been an information void regarding the progress of its nuclear program, Grossi remarked: "We've strayed from it, but the activities have never ceased."
Back in 2015, Iran agreed to significantly scale back its nuclear program in exchange for the removal of Western sanctions. This deal was orchestrated by then-US President Donald Trump until he reneged on the agreement in 2018. Thereafter, Iran resumed its nuclear-related activities and diminished cooperation with the IAEA.
As the US and Iran engage in fresh negotiations to limit Iran's nuclear program, another round of talks could transpire within a short timeframe. Trump declared on Monday that discussions would resume on Thursday, yet there were also rumors of impending weekend negotiations. Trump had previously threatened Iran with military intervention if a deal wasn't reached. Israel appears to be making preparations for a hypothetical strike.
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Note: It's crucial to mention that as of June 2025, the nuclear dispute between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains unresolved. The IAEA’s Board of Governors has determined that Iran is not adhering to its nuclear non-proliferation duties. This conclusion follows recent evaluations by the IAEA, which revealed that Iran has provided inconclusive or insufficient answers, as well as denied access to inspectors regarding three covert nuclear sites. The IAEA has also confirmed that Iran did not declare nuclear material and nuclear-related activities at these locations, hindering verification of whether any related nuclear material remains outside of safeguards [2][3].
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The Commission is also proposing to extend the scope of the programme to include areas such as politics, general news, and war-and-conflicts, given the ongoing nuclear dispute between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the potential military involvement of countries like Israel. The IAEA's head, Rafael Grossi, has been vocal about the need for transparency from both sides, urging Iran to provide accurate information about its nuclear program and expressing concerns about a nuclear arms race in the region.
