Iran Halts IAEA Ties After US Strikes

 

July 2, 2025: Iran has formally implemented a law suspending cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), state media confirmed Wednesday. This drastic move comes amid escalating tensions following US airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed the key Fordo enrichment site was "seriously and heavily damaged" by the American bombing in a CBS News interview. "No one exactly knows what has transpired in Fordo," Araghchi stated, adding that damage assessments are ongoing. This contrasts sharply with President Donald Trump's claim the strikes "completely and totally obliterated" Iran's nuclear program, though US officials admit a full damage assessment takes time. Reports suggest intercepted Iranian communications downplayed the damage.

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The suspension law follows Iran's parliament voting to cease cooperation after the IAEA's board recently declared Iran in violation of its treaty obligations. Iran accuses the IAEA and its Director General, Rafael Grossi, of providing justification for subsequent Israeli and US bombing campaigns. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated the country cannot guarantee IAEA inspector safety post-strikes.

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Relations further deteriorated when Iran's hardline Kayhan newspaper, associated with Supreme Leader Khamenei, published an article calling for Grossi's execution, labeling him an Israeli agent. Britain, France, and Germany jointly condemned these threats, urging Iran to resume full cooperation and ensure IAEA personnel safety. Foreign Minister Araghchi declared Grossi "not welcome" in Iran, accusing him of "malign action."

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