Nuclear chief: It’s necessary that IAEA maintain independence and professionalism

Terrorist acts against nuclear facilities need to be condemned by IAEA and member states, Eslami suggests

TEHRAN — Mohammad Eslami, chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says it is essential that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) avoid a political approach toward Iran’s nuclear program, advising the UN nuclear watchdog to act independently and professionally.

Parliament Article 90 Committee reviewing new cooperation agreement with IAEA: MP

TEHRAN - The Article 90 Committee of Parliament plans to hold a meeting with the new chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) in regard to the parliamentary approval on lifting sanctions, the committee spokesman has said.

Until sanctions not lifted, no one should expect more forbearance from Iran: envoy

TEHRAN — Speaking at the seasonal meeting of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Iran’s envoy to the Vienna-based IAEA elaborated on Iran’s position on Wednesday, affirming "until the sanctions on Iran are not removed, no one should expect more forbearance form Iran."

Iran: JCPOA-related cameras are inactive

TEHRAN — Iran’s new nuclear chief said on Wednesday that he had briefed MPs sitting on the Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy about IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi’s visit to Tehran.

Ex-nuclear chief: Agreement with IAEA prevent inventing excuses

TEHRAN - The former chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, (AEOI), Fereydoun Abbasi, says that the agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will prevent excuses.

Did Grossi find what he was looking for?

TEHRAN — IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi came to Iran late on Saturday in order to begin his consultations with the new Iranian administration, but did he gain what he was seeking?

Ex-AEOI chief optimistic about nuclear progress during Eslami's tenure

TEHRAN - Fereydoun Abbasi, former head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has backed the appointment of Mohammad Eslami as the new AEOI chief, calling him a competent person.

Salehi: Rouhani government faced vast problems

TEHRAN— Ali Akbar Salehi, chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, participated in a meeting with the president and senior officials of the outgoing administration, saying that he would like to thank the tireless efforts of President Rouhani’s first and second administrations.

Nuclear spokesman briefs MPs about nuclear steps

TEHRAN - Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) spokesman Behrouz Kamalvandi has reported to the parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on the implementation of the nuclear law on strategic action to lift sanctions and protect Iran's national interests.

Government confirms sabotage act at Karaj

TEHRAN — At his weekly press briefing on Tuesday, government spokesman Ali Rabiei confirmed that there was an act of sabotage at one of the building owned by the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) in Karaj, however he refuted claims of significant equipment and human damage.

Nuclear official says Iran will never surrender to pressure or threat

TEHRAN - Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says Tehran will never forego its nuclear rights under pressure or threats by the West, warning that pressure on Iran will only destroy what has remained from the nuclear deal.

MP stresses cooperation between Iran and IAEA is technical

TEHRAN- Abolfazl Amoui, spokesman for the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of the Iranian Parliament, says that the cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is technical, according to Iran Press.

Nuclear chief: Iran will respond if IAEA board adopts negative resolution

TEHRAN - Iran will respond appropriately in case the Board of Governors at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) issues a resolution against Iran for suspending the voluntary implementation of the Additional Protocol, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) warned on Sunday.

IAEA chief holds talks in Tehran

TEHRAN – Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi held talks with Iranian officials to discuss the latest issues related to the cooperation between Iran and the UN body.

Tehran: First batch of 20% enriched uranium products ready

TEHRAN — Tehran says it has produced its first UF6 (uranium hexafluoride or hex) product a few hours after it announced the restarting of uranium enrichment at 20 percent in the Fordow nuclear site.

Martyrdom spirit of General Soleimani proof of ‘ultimate sacrifice’: Iran’s nuclear body

TEHRAN – Iran’s top nuclear organization has called Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani an “exalted martyr” whose martyrdom was indicative of human freedom and sacrifices.

Tehran: New U.S. sanctions have no practical effect

TEHRAN — The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has responded to the newly-announced U.S. sanctions, saying the move is part of the United States’ psychological war against Iran and will have no effect on the activities of the AEOI.

Nuclear chief: Iran able to produce stable isotopes

TEHRAN — Director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said that despite the acts of sabotage by the arrogant powers, Iran is currently among the countries that have acquired the technology to produce stable isotopes.

Commenting on Natanz explosion is up to SNSC, says nuclear chief

TEHRAN - Ali Akbar Salehi, the director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said on Tuesday that he was not authorized to speak about a July explosion at the Natanz nuclear facility and that it was up to a top security body to comment on the explosion.

Elements behind Natanz site blast identified, says nuclear official

TEHRAN — Behrooz Kamalvandi, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has said the elements and reasons behind a recent blast at the Natanz nuclear facility have been identified.

Iran says expects ties with IAEA to be based on mutual commitments

TEHRAN – Iran expects its relations with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to be based on legal commitments of both sides, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said.

Iran to start reconstruction of damaged building at Natanz nuclear site

TEHRAN — Behrooz Kamalvandi, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has said an explosion at a key nuclear facility in Natanz has caused significant damage to the nuclear complex.

AEOI: Natanz incident causing no work stoppage, slowdown at facility

Iran's Atomic Energy Organization says an incident hitting the Natanz nuclear facility Thursday has caused no stoppage or slowdown of enrichment because the affected shed was actually under construction and not part of the enrichment process yet.

Tehran slams U.S. sanctions on nuclear scientists

TEHRAN — The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has reacted to Washington’s decision to blacklist two Iranian nuclear scientists, saying such measures are indicative of the U.S. government’s hostile approach towards Iran.

Bushehr nuclear plant to stop activity for annual maintenance

TEHRAN – The deputy chief of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said on Sunday that the Bushehr nuclear power plant will temporarily stop its electricity production based on annual plans for changing fuels, doing inspections, and performing periodical repairs, Fars reported.

Gharibabadi tells JCPOA parties to restore balance between rights and duties

Iran’s ambassador to IAEA: Problem arises when technical issues are being politicized

TEHRAN- Kazzem Gharibabadi, Iran's ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations, has said that the international community as well as the countries that still adhere to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) should return balance to the agreement.

Iran says to advance nuclear program with more determination

TEHRAN — The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said Iran will advance its nuclear program with more determination, describing as “worthless” and “ineffective” the recent U.S. sanctions on AEOI Chief Ali Akbar Salehi.

Sanctions on Salehi prove ‘maximum pressure’ policy has reached dead end: Tehran

TEHRAN — Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denounced a recent move by the United States to impose sanctions against Iran’s nuclear chief, Ali Akbar Salehi, saying the move proved that the U.S. policy of “maximum pressure” against the Islamic Republic has reached a “dead end”.

Iran to unveil new generation of centrifuges in April 

TEHRAN - The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) is set to unveil the 16th generation of domestically-manufactured centrifuge machines in early April 2020, the special assistant to the AEOI chief announced on Saturday. 

Iran installs Arak heavy water reactor’s secondary circuit 

TEHRAN - In a ceremony on Monday, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) started the first stage of installing equipment of the Arak heavy water reactor, including secondary circuit.