Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed Iran’s commitment to cooperating with the IAEA while safeguarding national security. Discussions with IAEA chief Rafael Grossi focused on ongoing collaboration, security of nuclear facilities, and resolving outstanding issues. Iran reiterates its readiness to engage in dialogue amidst allegations of undeclared nuclear activities, and stresses the need for independence in the IAEA’s approach to ensure constructive cooperation.
Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, has affirmed Iran’s commitment to working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). In a recent post on his X account, he expressed satisfaction with the constructive discussions held with Rafael Grossi, the IAEA chief, in Vienna. Gharibabadi confirmed that Iran seeks to cooperate under the agency’s Safeguards obligations while ensuring national security.
The discussions covered various topics, including Iran-IAEA collaboration, outstanding issues, nuclear facility security, and recent developments concerning nuclear activities and sanctions. Gharibabadi indicated that the history of cooperation facilitates the resolution of remaining differences between Iran and the IAEA, though he noted that these discussions must be free from external political pressure.
The ongoing dispute between Iran and the IAEA focuses on allegations of uranium traces found at undeclared nuclear sites. Iran has firmly denied these claims and stated its readiness to engage with the IAEA to resolve the associated disputes. The IAEA had previously announced in May 2023 that it would close the investigation into alleged nuclear materials at a site after improvements in cooperation with Iran.
Rafael Grossi acknowledged the importance of their meeting, highlighting that cooperation is essential to ensuring the peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear endeavors. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei emphasized that the ongoing dialogue with the IAEA reflects Iran’s commitment to constructive engagement.
This Vienna meeting followed Gharibabadi’s discussions with his Chinese and Russian counterparts in Beijing, where ending illegal sanctions against Iran was identified as a critical topic. The tripartite meeting underscored the need for cooperation in addressing nuclear issues effectively.
In conclusion, Iran reiterates its commitment to cooperating with the IAEA, emphasizing the importance of maintaining national security while engaging in constructive dialogue. The recognition of historic collaboration may aid in resolving outstanding disputes, albeit contingent upon the removal of political pressures affecting the agency’s impartiality. Continued discussions between Iran and the IAEA are crucial to ensure the peaceful intent of Iran’s nuclear program, alongside efforts to address sanctions and broader geopolitical concerns.
Original Source: presstv.ir
