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Iran: Cooperation with IAEA to Take a 'New Form' - Jordan News

Iran: Cooperation with IAEA to Take a 'New Form' - Jordan News

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Saturday that Tehran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will 'take on a new form,' following Iran's formal suspension of its previous cooperation with the U.N. watchdog. اضافة اعلان Speaking to a group of foreign diplomats gathered in Tehran, Araghchi clarified: 'Our cooperation with the agency has not ceased, but it will now follow a new approach. The IAEA's requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account safety and security considerations.' Despite recent Israeli and American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Araghchi reiterated Iran's commitment to a diplomatic resolution to the nuclear issue: 'Iran is ready to rebuild trust through diplomacy. However, our counterparts must first convince us that their interest in diplomacy is genuine—and not a cover for hidden agendas.' Warning Over Snapback Mechanism Araghchi also warned against reactivating the 'snapback' mechanism, a clause within the 2015 nuclear deal that allows for the reimposition of international sanctions if Iran is deemed non-compliant with its nuclear commitments. He cautioned: 'If this mechanism is triggered, it will mark the end of Europe's role in the Iranian nuclear file.' Background The snapback mechanism, enshrined in UN Security Council Resolution 2231, enables any party to the 2015 nuclear accord (JCPOA) to initiate the automatic reinstatement of U.N. sanctions should Iran violate its obligations. Tensions between Tehran and Western powers have escalated in recent months amid suspicions over Iran's nuclear activities and a shift in Iran's posture following attacks on its facilities.
While Iran claims its nuclear program is peaceful, Western nations remain concerned about potential weaponization. Araghchi's remarks signal a more guarded and selective cooperation with the IAEA moving forward.
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