Anticipated Agreement for Nuclear Inspections with Iran by the United Nations Atomic Energy Agency Imminent

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is diligently working towards the full resumption of nuclear inspections in Iran, following disruptions caused by attacks in June. The attacks, carried out by Israel and the United States, targeted key nuclear and military facilities in Iran.

The IAEA's Board of Governors, comprising 35 nations, is currently engaged in discussions with Tehran regarding the matter. During the opening day of the Board's meeting, IAEA chief Rafael Grossi expressed hope for a successful conclusion to the talks within the next few days.

Grossi emphasised the importance of the IAEA's work with Iran, stating, "Our work together is indispensable." He also highlighted the progress made in talks regarding a deal for the full resumption of inspections. However, he indicated that the deadline for a resolution is approaching, and there is still not much time, but enough with good faith and a clear sense of responsibility.

Besides the IAEA, Egypt is involved as a mediator in the negotiations, and Iran's Supreme National Security Council also participates in approving and overseeing the agreement. In late August, an IAEA team returned to Iran to oversee the replacement of fuel at the Bushehr nuclear power plant, marking a brief visit following the disruptions.

However, the modalities of the deal are still being discussed. Grossi stated that there is still time for a resolution, albeit not much, but enough with good faith and a clear sense of responsibility. He also expressed his hope for a successful conclusion to the discussions.

The United States later joined in with strikes on key nuclear facilities at Fordo, Isfahan, and Natanz. Grossi, in response, reiterated the importance of the IAEA's work with Iran, stating that the attacks had disrupted the IAEA's inspections of Iran's nuclear sites.

Grossi's comments came during the ongoing IAEA Board of Governors meeting. He emphasised the need for a resolution, expressing his belief that progress has been made in talks regarding a deal for the full resumption of inspections. The IAEA is aiming to fully resume inspections of Iran's nuclear sites, and Grossi expressed his hope that this could be achieved in the near future.

Anticipated Agreement for Nuclear Inspections with Iran by the United Nations Atomic Energy Agency Imminent