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Saba Yemen
3 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Iran sends letter to SC in response to EU Troika allegations over nuclear commitments
New York - Saba: Iran responded in an urgent letter to the Security Council to what it described as the EU Troika's false allegations regarding its violation of Resolution 2231 and the nuclear agreement. Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Iravani, said in his letter: "If the EU Troika (France, Germany, and Britain) truly wants a diplomatic solution, they must abandon their unrealistic approach and respect the sovereign rights of states within the framework of international law," according to the Iranian news agency IRNA. In a letter addressed to Caroline Rodriguez Barak, President of the Security Council, and António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, regarding the allegations and the joint letter from the European Troika, Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations stated: "I am sending this letter in response to the joint letter dated June 9, 2025, from the Permanent Representatives of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, known as the 'Euro Troika,' regarding the implementation of Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015) and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). This joint letter is, unfortunately, yet another example of the European Troika's attempt to evade responsibility and divert public attention from its documented and repeated record of violating its commitments, while simultaneously leveling baseless and politically motivated accusations against Iran." Iravani affirmed his country's "categorical rejection of the allegations made by the European Troika," noting that "these allegations, which ignore the underlying context, distort the reality of the current status of the JCPOA, the terms of Iran's nuclear program, and the responsibilities of the parties to the agreement." He added Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations stated that "the European Troika's allegations are not only baseless and misleading, but also legally groundless and politically biased," stressing that "its attempt to conflate the provisions of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran's obligations under the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement is a deceptive and dishonest move." Irawani also emphasized in his letter that "Iran's nuclear program is entirely peaceful, and all enrichment activities are conducted under strict IAEA oversight," warning that "any attempt or threat to activate the trigger mechanism will lead to serious negative consequences." He continued: "The European Troika's surrender to illegal US sanctions, its inaction after the US withdrawal from the JCPOA, its refusal to implement its commitments, its reimposition of lifted sanctions, and the imposition of new and illegal restrictive measures are all clear and ongoing examples of violations of the JCPOA and Resolution 2231." The Iranian representative explained that "if the European Troika fails to fulfill its obligations, it has no legal basis." Or morally to resort to the dispute settlement mechanism, let alone the threat of activating the automatic appeal of sanctions. Such a measure would be procedurally invalid, objectively flawed, and politically irresponsible. Last Tuesday, the Iranian Foreign Ministry affirmed that the IAEA report was "political and unjustified." Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said in statements that "the IAEA report on Iran's nuclear activities is contradictory and does not address the deviation of Iran's nuclear program," stressing that the report is "an attempt by the European Troika and America to justify referring the nuclear file to the Security Council." Baghaei noted that "Iran has repeatedly affirmed that it does not seek nuclear weapons and has the Supreme Leader's fatwa prohibiting them," warning that "if the IAEA Board of Governors issues a resolution against Iran, it will take a proportionate response." He noted that "France canceled a phone call between the Iranian Foreign Minister and his counterparts in the European Troika," stressing that "any proposal that does not guarantee the preservation of the nuclear fuel cycle in Iran and does not guarantee the lifting of sanctions will not be acceptable." US President Donald Trump announced that the sixth round of negotiations with Iran will take place on Thursday, while Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei announced Baghaei stated that the negotiations will be held next Sunday in the Omani capital, Muscat. The first round of negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding the Iranian nuclear program began on April 12 in the Omani capital, Muscat. The Omani embassy in Rome hosted the second round of negotiations on April 19, and the third round was held again in Muscat on April 26. On May 11, the fourth round of negotiations was held in the Omani capital, Muscat, and both the United States and Iran expressed optimism about the nuclear talks. On May 23, 2025, Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the conclusion of the fifth round of Iranian-US negotiations in Rome, noting that some progress had been made but that it was inconclusive. The United States insists on negotiating with Iran to abandon its nuclear program, while Tehran asserts that it will not give up its right to enrich uranium and possess nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, denying any intention of acquiring nuclear weapons. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Ya Biladi
5 days ago
- General
- Ya Biladi
Morocco achieves top IAEA assurance for peaceful nuclear use
For the first time, Morocco has received the highest level of assurance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that its nuclear materials are used exclusively for peaceful purposes, the country's nuclear regulator announced on Tuesday. The IAEA's 2024 annual safeguards report granted Morocco an expanded conclusion, confirming the absence of undeclared nuclear activities, the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR) stated in a press release. This designation reflects Morocco's strong commitment to non-proliferation and follows years of IAEA inspections under its Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement and Additional Protocol, ratified in 1975 and 2011 respectively. The agency conducts thorough verification of nuclear facilities, materials, and related sites to ensure compliance. AMSSNuR credited this milestone to enhanced regulatory oversight and close cooperation with the IAEA, highlighting Morocco's dedication to nuclear transparency.
Maroc
5 days ago
- General
- Maroc
Morocco Earns Highest IAEA Nuclear Safeguards Assurance
Morocco has for the first time received the highest level of assurance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that its nuclear materials are used solely for peaceful purposes, the country's nuclear regulator said on Tuesday. The IAEA's annual safeguards report for 2024 granted Morocco an expanded conclusion, certifying the absence of undeclared nuclear activities, the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR) said in a press release. The designation reflects Morocco's adherence to non-proliferation commitments and follows years of IAEA inspections under its Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement and Additional Protocol, ratified in 1975 and 2011 respectively. The agency verifies nuclear facilities, materials, and related sites to ensure compliance. AMSSNuR attributed the milestone to strengthened regulatory oversight and cooperation with the IAEA, underscoring Morocco's commitment to nuclear transparency.
Morocco World
5 days ago
- Politics
- Morocco World
Morocco's Nuclear Compliance Reaches New Heights with IAEA's Top-Level Assurance
Rabat – Morocco has obtained the highest level of assurance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding its compliance with nuclear safeguards. The announcement was made by the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR) today, noting that this the first time that the country has achieved this milestone. The IAEA stated in its 2024 annual safeguards implementation report that Morocco qualifies for what is known as the 'broader conclusion.' A recognition of Morocco's consistent nuclear transparency This designation confirms that all nuclear material present in Morocco is exclusively used for peaceful purposes. The announcement marks a major milestone for the country and reflects the strength of its regulatory infrastructure, its consistent commitment to nuclear transparency, and its full adherence to international non-proliferation obligations. This recognition comes as the result of years of verification work conducted under the framework of the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement and its Additional Protocol, which Morocco ratified in 1975 and 2011, respectively. IAEA's inspections cover information related to nuclear facilities and activities, including operations conducted outside traditional installations, as well as the use of nuclear materials and related technologies. AMSSNuR also noted that achieving this level of assurance is the outcome of sustained efforts by the agency and all relevant national stakeholders to uphold Morocco's international obligations under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and safeguard agreements with the IAEA. The larger conclusion is the highest level of verification confidence conferred upon by the IAEA. It puts Morocco in a small league with other countries known globally for the transparent and peaceful use of nuclear material. In September 2024, Morocco was unanimously elected to the Board of Governors of the IAEA for the 2024-2026 term during the agency's 68th General Conference in Vienna, reflecting its growing influence in international forums. Established in 1957 under the United Nations, the IAEA is responsible for promoting the peaceful use of nuclear energy and preventing its military misuse. Morocco's achievement of the highest level of verification confidence by the IAEA places it among a select group of countries recognized globally for their transparent and peaceful handling of nuclear material. Tags: IAEAMoroccoMorocco nuclearnuclear
Asharq Al-Awsat
21-02-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Iran: Enriching Uranium at 60% Does Not Violate NPT
Iran on Thursday criticized the statements of UN atomic agency chief Rafael Grossi, calling them 'unprofessional' and 'politically charged.' Enriching uranium at 60% does not violate the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said. At a press conference in Tokyo, Grossi had said Iran was 'enriching (uranium) at 60%, so almost weapon level.' 'Iran is not still cooperating as we would like them to do, although my visit to Iran in November was constructive,' the IAEA chief said. He added: 'We want to make ourselves available, providing technically sound alternatives to eliminate the possibility that Iran develops a nuclear weapon, to prevent Iran, or to help Iran prove that they don't want to develop a nuclear weapon.' The IAEA chief also said the agency was prepared to help Iran prove it did not seek a bomb. In a statement posted on X, Gharibabadi lambasted Grossi's remarks as 'unprofessional and totally politically charged', insisting his country's nuclear program was solely for peaceful purposes. The Iranian official stressed that Grossi's claim that 60% enrichment is 'nearly weapons-grade' is legally and technically unfounded. 'Under the NPT, there is no restriction on the level of uranium enrichment, and non-nuclear-weapon states are only obligated not to divert their programs toward weaponization,' he said. Gharibabadi said if the IAEA chief is concerned about proliferation risks, he should also address the AUKUS security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, and which involves the deployment of nuclear-powered submarines with weapons-grade fuel. 'Grossi has complained that Iran is not cooperating with the Agency as it 'wishes' or 'prefers.' Is the level of cooperation determined by the Agency's preferences or inclinations?!' he said, adding that Iran has commitments, and it cooperates accordingly—specifically under the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement. 'If Grossi wants Iran to accept additional verification measures beyond its legal obligations, he should also tell other parties that he 'wants' them to lift sanctions against Iran. Has he ever had the courage to make such a request to those imposing these unjust and illegal sanctions?!' Gharibabadi noted. Iran's deputy foreign minister also noted that while Grossi acknowledged a constructive visit to Iran in November, it is surprising that he did not address the counterproductive resolution pushed by three countries in the IAEA Board of Governors. 'Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful, with no deviation from its legal obligations,' Gharibabadi affirmed, stressing that Grossi's remarks about Iran's 'need to prevent' and 'prove the absence of' nuclear weapon development are speculative and unprofessional.
