FILE PHOTO: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) logo and Iranian flag is seen in this illustration taken June 16, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
The first team of inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has returned to Iran to begin work on monitoring the country’s nuclear program. This visit follows a period of heightened tensions and diplomatic efforts to ensure Iran’s compliance with international nuclear safeguards. The IAEA mission is part of an ongoing process to verify that Iran’s nuclear activities are exclusively for peaceful purposes and to provide transparency on its facilities. The return of the inspectors is seen as a positive step toward de-escalation and rebuilding trust between Tehran and the international community.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirmed the deployment, emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation and access for inspectors. The agency’s role is critical in providing independent verification of Iran’s nuclear commitments and in reporting on any activities that could raise proliferation concerns. The presence of the inspection team signals a renewed focus on diplomatic engagement and a commitment to upholding the nuclear safeguards regime, which is essential for global non-proliferation efforts.
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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) – Iran nuclear verification
Associated Press – IAEA chief says talks with Iran on nuclear program are ongoing
