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Al Manar
2 days ago
- Politics
- Al Manar
IAEA Board Labels Iran as 'Non-Compliant,' Tehran Slams Move as Politically Driven
For the first time in nearly two decades, the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Board of Governors passed a resolution declaring the Islamic Republic of Iran as 'non-compliant' with its nuclear safeguards obligations. The resolution, adopted on Thursday, was supported by 19 member states, opposed by 3, with 11 abstentions. IAEA board of governors just adopted an important Resolution tabled by E3 and US which states that Iran is in non compliance with its obligations under its Safeguards Agreement and calls upon Iran to take steps to remedy its non-compliance. #IAEA #BoG — Germany UN Vienna (@GermanyUNVienna) June 12, 2025 Iran's Foreign Ministry and Atomic Energy Organization condemned the resolution in a letter to the United Nations Security Council, dismissing it as a politically motivated act based on what they described as 'false claims' by the European troika regarding violations of UN Security Council Resolution 2231 and the 2015 nuclear deal. In a joint statement, the two bodies announced the activation of a new uranium enrichment facility in response to the vote, adding that Iran had replaced first-generation centrifuges at the Fordow site with more advanced sixth-generation machines. Iran's Permanent Representative to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, categorically rejected the IAEA's allegations, calling them 'unfounded, misleading, legally baseless, and politically biased.' He accused the agency of deliberately conflating Iran's obligations under the nuclear deal with its commitments under the comprehensive safeguards agreement, describing the approach as 'deceptive and disingenuous.' Iravani reiterated that Iran's nuclear program remains entirely peaceful and continues to operate under strict IAEA monitoring. He warned that any move to trigger the so-called 'snapback mechanism' could lead to 'serious and adverse consequences.' The purpose of the anti-Iranian resolution put forth by the British, French, and German regimes at the IAEA is to help Netanyahu, especially with the ongoing Gaza Holocaust. The real issue was never about nuclear weapons, terrorism, or human rights. Those are their specialties. — Seyed Mohammad Marandi (@s_m_marandi) June 12, 2025 Mehdi Azizi, director of the New Vision Center for Studies and Media in Iran, told Al-Jazeera Net that Tehran had made it clear during IAEA discussions that any move against its interests would be met with a proportional escalation in its enrichment program. He suggested the possibility of Iran establishing a third enrichment facility and transitioning fully to sixth-generation centrifuges, hinting at upcoming developments in the sector. Azizi also warned that Iran's response to external threats, including potential US military options, 'would be painful,' citing recent statements by Iran's defense minister affirming the full readiness of the country's armed forces. Echoing this sentiment, Emad Abshenas, head of Iran's Association of Research and Study Centers, said Tehran is likely to accelerate uranium enrichment in response to the resolution. He indicated that Iran may further scale back cooperation with the IAEA, particularly concerning inspections and technical coordination. The latest developments highlight Tehran's firm stance in defending its national interests amid Western pressure, reaffirming its commitment to peaceful nuclear advancement while calling for a more balanced and constructive approach to diplomacy.
Saba Yemen
2 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)
Saba Yemen
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Iranian FM: Negotiations will be conducted indirectly
Algeria - Saba: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has reiterated that talks with the United States will be held in the Sultanate of Oman on Saturday, explaining that these negotiations will be conducted indirectly, and that no other method of negotiation will be accepted. He told reporters on Tuesday during his visit to Algeria that the nature of the negotiations, whether direct or indirect, is not of primary importance; what truly matters is whether the negotiations are effective or ineffective, and the seriousness, intentions, and will of the parties to reach an agreement. Araqchi added: "In this context, we believe that the form of negotiations is subject to various issues, and that is why we chose indirect negotiations." He explained, "The reason for this choice is that negotiations in which they impose their views through pressure and threats are in fact dictates, and we do not believe in this approach. Therefore, indirect negotiations can ensure a real and effective conversation, and we will continue in this manner as well." Araqchi also clarified that the Sultanate of Oman is the mediator, expressing his confidence in the Sultanate as a mediator due to its good track record. He also expressed his hope that the other party has a serious will to reach a diplomatic solution, which is what matters in the negotiations. He added: "We seek to ensure the interests of the Iranian people, and our nuclear program is peaceful and entirely legitimate. Security Council Resolution 2231 also affirmed the legitimacy of our program. Therefore, there is no doubt about this program from an international perspective." Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Time is running out to stop Iran from making nuclear bomb: 'Dangerous territory'
President Donald Trump on Monday said the situation with Iran is entering "dangerous territory" as he announced his administration would be talking to Iran on Saturday. While it's not yet known what the talks will achieve, experts continue to warn that time is running out to not only block Iran's nuclear program but to utilize existing tools to counter Tehran's dismissal of international law, a mechanism known as "snapback" sanctions. "This is the one time that we have the ability to sort of put new sanctions on Iran where we don't need Russia and China's help, and we can just do it unilaterally," Gabriel Noronha of the Jewish Institute for National Security of America told Fox News Digital. Noronha is an Iran expert and former special advisor for the Iran Action Group at the State Department. The ability to employ snapback sanctions on Iran expires Oct. 18, 2025, which coincides with when Russia will lead the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) presidency for its rotational one-month stint. Trump, Netanyahu To Meet At White House As Israel Seeks Tariff Relief, Discussions On Iran, Gaza Hostages The provision for snapback sanctions was enacted under UNSC Resolution 2231, which was agreed to just days after the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was signed in 2015 as a way to ensure that if Iran was found to be violating the nuclear deal, stiff international sanctions could once again be reimposed. Read On The Fox News App The JCPOA has increasingly been considered a collapsed agreement after the U.S. withdrew in 2018 under the first Trump administration, followed by increasingly flagrant violations by Iran of the nuclear deal. This has culminated in the rapid expansion of Tehran's nuclear program and the assessment by the U.N. nuclear watchdog earlier this year that Tehran had amassed enough near-weapons-grade uranium to develop five nuclear weapons if it were to be further enriched. European nations for years have refused to enact snapback sanctions in a move to try and encourage Tehran to come back to the negotiating table and diplomatically find a solution to end its nuclear program. Any participant in the JCPOA can unilaterally call up snapback sanctions if Iran is found to have violated the terms of the agreement. But the U.S., which has been calling for snapbacks since 2018, was found by the U.N. and all JCPOA members to no longer be legally eligible to utilize the sanction mechanism after its withdrawal from the international agreement. But as Iran continues to develop its nuclear program, the tone among European leaders has also become increasingly frustrated. France's foreign minister last week suggested that if Iran did not agree to a nuclear deal and halt its program, then military intervention appeared "almost inevitable." Experts Warn Iran's Nuclear Double-talk Designed To Buy Time, Undermine Us Pressure "Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons," Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot reportedly told France's Parliament on Wednesday. "Our priority is to reach an agreement that verifiably and durably constrains the Iranian nuclear program," he added. It remains unclear how much longer European nations will attempt to hold out for discussions with Iran, as Trump has said he is becoming fed up with Tehran and has threatened direct military confrontation, even while he has made clear his administration's willingness to discuss a deal with Tehran. With France serving as UNSC president in April and the bureaucratic red tape Russia could employ, UNSC members supportive of blocking Iran's nuclear program must immediately call up snapback sanctions, Noronha said. "It takes about six weeks to actually be implemented properly," said Noronha, author of "Iran Sanctions, U.N. Security Council Resolution 2231, and the Path to Snapback," which was released last week. "And second, because the distribution of the presidencies and leadership of the U.N. Security Council is weighted towards more favorable leaders right now in the spring before it goes to pretty adversarial leadership in the summer and fall." The expert said this is a rare moment for the UNSC, which in recent years has become increasingly ineffective in accomplishing major geopolitical wins because it is generally divided between the U.S., U.K. and France on one side and Russia and China on the other. A single veto is enough to block a resolution being enacted, and progress in the council has become stagnant following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. But even if Russia objects to reimposing sanctions on Iran, as Tehran has become a close ally of Moscow's, it actually has very few options for blocking the snapback mechanism that it previously agreed to, so long as at least one other nation actually calls for the sanction tool. "This is the only time this has ever happened at the U.N. before," Noronha said. "They basically said, when we invoke snapback, what it does is it says U.N. sanctions will automatically return unless there's a vote by the council to unanimously allow sanctions relief to remain on the books." The snapback mechanism would legally enforce all 15 UNSC member nations to reimpose sanctions on Iran, including Russia and any nation that may be sympathetic to Tehran. If the snapback mechanism expires come October, the U.N.'s hands will likely be tied when it comes to countering Iran's nuclear program, as it is unlikely any new resolutions on the issue will be able to pass through the council given the current geopolitical climate between the West and article source: Time is running out to stop Iran from making nuclear bomb: 'Dangerous territory'
Fox News
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Time is running out to stop Iran from making nuclear bomb: 'Dangerous territory'
President Donald Trump on Monday said the situation with Iran is entering "dangerous territory" as he announced his administration would be talking to Iran on Saturday. While it's not yet known what the talks will achieve, experts continue to warn that time is running out to not only block Iran's nuclear program but to utilize existing tools to counter Tehran's dismissal of international law, a mechanism known as "snapback" sanctions. "This is the one time that we have the ability to sort of put new sanctions on Iran where we don't need Russia and China's help, and we can just do it unilaterally," Gabriel Noronha of the Jewish Institute for National Security of America told Fox News Digital. Noronha is an Iran expert and former special advisor for the Iran Action Group at the State Department. The ability to employ snapback sanctions on Iran expires Oct. 18, 2025, which coincides with when Russia will lead the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) presidency for its rotational one-month stint. The provision for snapback sanctions was enacted under UNSC Resolution 2231, which was agreed to just days after the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was signed in 2015 as a way to ensure that if Iran was found to be violating the nuclear deal, stiff international sanctions could once again be reimposed. The JCPOA has increasingly been considered a collapsed agreement after the U.S. withdrew in 2018 under the first Trump administration, followed by increasingly flagrant violations by Iran of the nuclear deal. This has culminated in the rapid expansion of Tehran's nuclear program and the assessment by the U.N. nuclear watchdog earlier this year that Tehran had amassed enough near-weapons-grade uranium to develop five nuclear weapons if it were to be further enriched. European nations for years have refused to enact snapback sanctions in a move to try and encourage Tehran to come back to the negotiating table and diplomatically find a solution to end its nuclear program. Any participant in the JCPOA can unilaterally call up snapback sanctions if Iran is found to have violated the terms of the agreement. But the U.S., which has been calling for snapbacks since 2018, was found by the U.N. and all JCPOA members to no longer be legally eligible to utilize the sanction mechanism after its withdrawal from the international agreement. But as Iran continues to develop its nuclear program, the tone among European leaders has also become increasingly frustrated. France's foreign minister last week suggested that if Iran did not agree to a nuclear deal and halt its program, then military intervention appeared "almost inevitable." "Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons," Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot reportedly told France's Parliament on Wednesday. "Our priority is to reach an agreement that verifiably and durably constrains the Iranian nuclear program," he added. It remains unclear how much longer European nations will attempt to hold out for discussions with Iran, as Trump has said he is becoming fed up with Tehran and has threatened direct military confrontation, even while he has made clear his administration's willingness to discuss a deal with Tehran. With France serving as UNSC president in April and the bureaucratic red tape Russia could employ, UNSC members supportive of blocking Iran's nuclear program must immediately call up snapback sanctions, Noronha said. "It takes about six weeks to actually be implemented properly," said Noronha, author of "Iran Sanctions, U.N. Security Council Resolution 2231, and the Path to Snapback," which was released last week. "And second, because the distribution of the presidencies and leadership of the U.N. Security Council is weighted towards more favorable leaders right now in the spring before it goes to pretty adversarial leadership in the summer and fall." The expert said this is a rare moment for the UNSC, which in recent years has become increasingly ineffective in accomplishing major geopolitical wins because it is generally divided between the U.S., U.K. and France on one side and Russia and China on the other. A single veto is enough to block a resolution being enacted, and progress in the council has become stagnant following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. But even if Russia objects to reimposing sanctions on Iran, as Tehran has become a close ally of Moscow's, it actually has very few options for blocking the snapback mechanism that it previously agreed to, so long as at least one other nation actually calls for the sanction tool. "This is the only time this has ever happened at the U.N. before," Noronha said. "They basically said, when we invoke snapback, what it does is it says U.N. sanctions will automatically return unless there's a vote by the council to unanimously allow sanctions relief to remain on the books." The snapback mechanism would legally enforce all 15 UNSC member nations to reimpose sanctions on Iran, including Russia and any nation that may be sympathetic to Tehran. If the snapback mechanism expires come October, the U.N.'s hands will likely be tied when it comes to countering Iran's nuclear program, as it is unlikely any new resolutions on the issue will be able to pass through the council given the current geopolitical climate between the West and Russia.
