WANA (Aug 27) – The spokesman for the Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said the Foreign Minister emphasized during today’s session that cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be carried out within the framework of the law passed by Parliament and under new arrangements, stressing that such cooperation is Iran’s own decision and not influenced by others.

 

Ebrahim Rezaei, explaining the details of the session, said: “In the first part of the meeting, the Director-General for Eurasia at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented a report on the latest developments in the Caucasus, particularly the route between Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, addressing the positions and concerns of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

 

The spokesman added, “In the second part, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi delivered two reports. The first was about developments in the Caucasus and the corridor between Armenia and Azerbaijan.”

 

Iran Opposes Geopolitical Changes or Border Shifts in the Caucasus

Rezaei continued: “In this regard, Araghchi said Iran opposes any geopolitical change, border shifts, or violation of sovereignty in the Caucasus.

 

The principled position of the Islamic Republic of Iran is reflected in the joint statement of Azerbaijan and Armenia, which reaffirms the inviolability of borders, the preservation of sovereignty and territorial integrity of regional countries, Armenia’s jurisdiction over this route, and reciprocal commitments.”

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. Social media/ WANA News Agency

He added: “It was also said that the route between Armenia and Azerbaijan will remain under Armenia’s sovereignty and jurisdiction. The Foreign Minister said Armenia has emphasized it will not allow U.S. security forces to be present there, and furthermore, a strategic partnership agreement with Armenia is currently being drafted.”

 

Europe Has No Authority to Activate Snapback

Rezaei stated: “In the second part, Araghchi presented a report regarding the nuclear issue, the activation of the snapback mechanism, and talks with the West.

 

He said Europe lacks the legal, political, technological, and technical authority to activate snapback. Europe had set certain conditions for the extension of Resolution 2231, but we believe they neither have the right to activate snapback nor to extend it.”

 

The spokesman quoted the Foreign Minister as saying: “We are ready for indirect negotiations with the Americans solely on the nuclear issue and from a position of equality.”

 

Cooperation with the IAEA Within the Framework of Parliamentary Law

Rezaei continued: “Araghchi also referred to cooperation with the IAEA, saying that cooperation will be conducted within the framework of the parliamentary law and with new arrangements. The Agency will supervise the process of fuel replacement at the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. Social media/ WANA News Agency

Araghchi announced that a new modality is being drafted with the IAEA, stressing that the security and safety of nuclear facilities must be guaranteed in order to cooperate with the Agency. He emphasized that Iran’s cooperation with the IAEA is based on its own decision and is not influenced by others.”

 

Rezaei added: “Araghchi said Iran firmly stands by its positions on the nuclear issue, which reflect the stance of the political system, and we will continue to uphold them.”

 

Negotiations with the IAEA Continue

He continued: “A question was raised regarding certain texts that have been circulated, allegedly outlining the framework for Iran’s cooperation with the IAEA. Araghchi stressed that no agreement has been reached with the Agency and that negotiations are ongoing. He also said Iran is prepared for every possible scenario.”

 

Rezaei added: “In reality, an exaggerated atmosphere has been created around the snapback issue, making it appear larger than it actually is.”

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi

Session of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission with the Presence of Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. Social media/ WANA News Agency

He said: “During the session, members of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission expressed their views and concerns. Perhaps the most frequent and important one was the emphasis on the full and precise implementation of the law suspending cooperation with the IAEA.”

 

The spokesman added, “Strong criticism was also voiced against the positions of Western states and the three European countries regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran.

 

Members stressed the lack of trust in the West and the need to avoid cooperation with the IAEA due to its poor track record, noting that it has even refused to condemn attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The session also highlighted the necessity of forming a new structure in Iran’s foreign policy.”