Iran issues sharp warning to UN nuclear chief over ‘destructive’ remarks

TEHRAN- A senior Iranian diplomat issued a strong warning to the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), accusing him of making biased and passive statements that only worsen the situation regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Grossi: It’s “never impossible” to solve Iran-US nuclear standoff diplomatically

TEHRAN – IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said on Monday that it is “never impossible” to resolve the nuclear standoff between Tehran and Washington through “diplomacy”.

Araghchi reaffirms Iran’s inalienable nuclear rights in call with IAEA chief

TEHRAN – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has once again asserted Iran’s unwavering commitment to its sovereign nuclear rights, making it clear that Tehran will not be intimidated by U.S. bullying. 

Araghchi, IAEA chief meet in Geneva ahead of new round of Iran-US nuclear talks

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi held talks in Geneva on Monday, as Tehran and Washington prepared for a second round of negotiations on Iran’s peaceful nuclear program.

Western pressure will not halt Iran’s scientific sovereignty, says nuclear chief

TEHRAN – Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has condemned Western attempts to curtail the Islamic Republic’s “scientific advancement”, stating that neither sanctions nor political pressure will stop Tehran from mastering nuclear, quantum, and high-tech fields. 

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Grossi acting as a complement to US pressure

Shargh, in an interview with Sadegh Maleki, a senior foreign policy analyst, examined Rafael Grossi’s latest remarks about Iran. The language recently used by the IAEA Director General, rather than appearing independent and impartial, aligns closely with the United States’ latest sanctions and pressure campaign.

Iran presses UN nuclear watchdog to clarify stance on June attacks

IAEA has yet to condemn illegal US-Israeli strikes on Iranian atomic sites

TEHRAN – Iran’s top nuclear official said Thursday that Tehran has formally asked the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to clarify its position on U.S.-Israeli attacks that targeted Iranian nuclear facilities in June, insisting that inspections cannot proceed without clear international standards and accountability.

IAEA ‘Cairo’ understanding void after board adopts resolution: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the United States and the three European parties to the nuclear deal (Britain, France and Germany) of effectively “killing” the Cairo Agreement, saying their recent actions had made its continuation impossible.

Grossi is at it again: IAEA chief repeats incendiary claims on Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – The latest remarks by Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have reignited controversy over the agency’s neutrality of its reports on Iran’s peaceful nuclear program, as well as the role the UN body plays in helping Western states justify pressure and aggression against the country.

No evidence of active uranium enrichment in Iran: IAEA chief

TEHRAN – The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, has acknowledged that there is no indication Iran is actively enriching uranium at present, despite recent satellite observations showing alleged activity around some nuclear facilities.

‘Don’t repeat failed threats’: Grossi’s remarks draw anger and skepticism in Iran 

TEHRAN – In remarks made on Thursday, Iran’s Foreign Minister cautioned the head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog against employing confrontational language, stating that such an approach would result in “nothing but another defeat.” 

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After Cairo talks, a cautious resumption of Iran-IAEA cooperation

Inspectors' full return to Iran hinges on sanctions and security body’s judgement 

TEHRAN – After a meeting in Cairo between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, Iran and the IAEA agreed to resume cooperation on Tuesday, an agreement that seemingly pleased Grossi but created a bedlam in the Iranian parliament. 

Iran decides to resume cooperation with IAEA

TEHRAN – Iran has decided to look for ways to allow International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors back into the country, after it suspended cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog back in July following U.S.-Israeli attacks on its nuclear sites.

Tehran Times exclusive vindicated: IAEA Chief declares UN Secretary-General bid

TEHRAN – Argentine diplomat Rafael Mariano Grossi, director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has officially confirmed his intention to run for the post of United Nations secretary-general when António Guterres’ term ends in January 2027.

An IAEA official due in Tehran to discuss new cooperation framework 

TEHRAN – The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will dispatch a deputy to Tehran to discuss a new framework for cooperation with Iran after the country suspended its previous cooperation agreement in June in response to the UN nuclear watchdog’s failure to prevent and condemn U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. 

IAEA delegation to visit Iran without inspectors, Al Mayadeen reports

TEHRAN – An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) delegation will arrive in Tehran next week to discuss implementing Iran’s binding parliamentary law suspending formal cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, Al Mayadeen reported Sunday, citing anonymous sources.