WANA (Nov 21) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi continued his diplomatic outreach, holding discussions with the foreign ministers of Ghana (the Board’s Chair), Egypt, Armenia, and Thailand. He urged IAEA Board members to reject a resolution proposed by the European Troika (UK, France, and Germany) to prevent the Board from being used for political agendas.

 

Araghchi highlighted Iran’s constructive approach to its relations with the IAEA and referenced the recent understandings reached during IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi’s visit to Tehran. He warned that any resolution against Iran would trigger reciprocal actions.

European Troika Urges Iran to Halt Enrichment and Dismantle Uranium Stockpile

WANA (Nov 21) – The European Troika—comprising the UK, France, and Germany—has issued a statement at the IAEA Board of Governors, criticizing Iran’s nuclear activities, accusing Tehran of impeding the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring efforts.   In the statement, the three countries thanked IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi for his latest report on Iran’s […]

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Earlier, In an interview, Araghchi also described Grossi’s visit as politically motivated, emphasizing that Iran would provide an “appropriate response” to Europe’s non-technical actions.

 

He stated, “The purpose of inviting Grossi to Tehran was to open a new chapter of cooperation between Iran and the IAEA. We sought to create common ground to address outstanding issues, and Grossi expressed optimism about this approach.”

Iran’s FM Criticized Western Efforts Against Iran’s Nuclear Program

WANA (Nov 21) – In a phone call with foreign ministers from several IAEA Board of Governors member states, including Brazil, South Africa, Bangladesh, Algeria, Burkina Faso, Pakistan, and France, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, emphasized the Board’s vital role in maintaining the IAEA’s credibility and independence. He highlighted the significance of the current […]

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Araghchi further stressed Iran’s commitment to collaboration with the IAEA to resolve remaining challenges, adding, “Europe’s actions contradict this cooperative intent. We have made it clear that pressure will never yield positive results or deter Iran from its path of constructive engagement with the IAEA.”

 

He concluded by warning that any unconstructive measures by Europe would lead Iran to take a firm stance, potentially escalating the situation into a more complex phase.