WANA (Jun 11) – Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, announced today that Iran will take immediate operational and executive measures if a resolution is issued against the country by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.

 

Mohammad Eslami, regarding the potential activation of the snapback mechanism by E3 and Iran’s potential withdrawal from the NPT, said: “This is a strategic decision at the level of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Countermeasures in response to confrontational actions are natural, but it won’t be like in the past. Iran will take the necessary decisions at the appropriate time if such a decision is made.”

 

Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, responded to the reporter’s questions today (Wednesday) on the sidelines of the cabinet meeting.

 

Resolution by the IAEA Board of Governors

Commenting on the possible issuance of a resolution against Iran by the IAEA Board of Governors, he said: “As in the past, there will be operational and executive responses which will be implemented as soon as a resolution is issued.”

 

 

IAEA Director General’s Report

Regarding the comprehensive report by the IAEA Director General, Eslami stated: “The legitimate expectation is for the Agency’s reports to be professional, technical, and within the framework of the regulations, and based on the duties set out in the IAEA statute. Unfortunately, the Agency’s report is biased and follows pressure from political currents—it is extremely politicized. Likewise, the resolution is illogical, untechnical, and legally invalid. They’ve experienced the consequences of this several times.”

 

Iran’s Goodwill

He added: “Iran has always acted voluntarily and in good faith in its interactions with the Agency and these countries, trying to dissuade them from such behavior and from this illegal approach to the nuclear issue—but with little success. We have consistently stated that whenever a confrontational path is taken, we will certainly respond in kind. We do not accept any illegal or illegitimate behavior.”

 

False Accusations

Eslami emphasized: “The suggestion that Iran has failed to fulfill its safeguards obligations is a blatant lie. There is no evidence to support this claim. Not a single IAEA inspector report indicates that Iran or the Atomic Energy Organization has obstructed or opposed their duties. There is not a single word of such accusation in their reports.”

A group of Khuzestani students gathered in front of the Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant in Support of Iran’s uranium Enrichment. Social media/ WANA News Agency

Damage to the IAEA’s Credibility

He warned: “With these false reports, what they lose is the credibility and reputation of an international institution. We strongly recommend they stop this approach and not further damage the standing and credibility of a UN-affiliated body.”

 

Sanctions Relief and Talks with the U.S.

On indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States, Eslami said: “The behavior at the IAEA Board of Governors and the negotiations with the U.S. are two separate tracks, although they influence one another. We are engaging in dialogue with Europe, with friendly and aligned countries, and also indirectly with the American side. Our main goal and utmost effort is to remove the unjust sanctions and free our country from this pressure.”

 

He continued: “All negotiations and interactions are focused on lifting the sanctions. Any day they show goodwill, come with honesty, and demonstrate seriousness in lifting the sanctions, which relates to the negotiation team, Iran will then take the necessary and appropriate actions.”

 

Rejection of Accusations

In response to a question, Eslami clarified: “The claims that have been made are baseless accusations. Iran has never withheld information or prevented access. I’m surprised. We will never accept this accusation that the IAEA Director General asked what something was, and we replied that it’s none of your business. No such thing exists.”

 

 

He explained: “All our facilities are registered, and all our activities follow the design plans. These plans, according to IAEA regulations, are documented in what is called the DIQ—Design Information Questionnaire—which we complete and submit. The Agency reviews it, we inform them of our intended actions, and the inspectors audit based on that document. All of this is documented, and there has never been a single recorded case of non-compliance.”

 

Exposing Double Standards

He added: “Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence will soon reveal the details they have prepared, showing that the United States, three European countries, and another state are continuously cooperating with the Zionist regime on military nuclear weapons. They carry out these activities themselves while accusing the Islamic Republic. Once revealed, the people of Iran and the world will become aware of the true nature of these countries.”

 

3,000 Megawatts of Nuclear Power

Regarding nuclear power generation, Eslami said: “Four articles of the Seventh Development Plan law focus on nuclear energy. We will triple our nuclear power plant capacity by the end of this plan. Currently, our power plant produces around 1,020 megawatts and injects it into the grid. God willing, this figure will reach 3,000 megawatts by the end of the Seventh Development Plan.”

A shoemaking worker uses his phone flashlight following a power outage at a shoe workshop in Tehran, Iran, June 3, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)