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IAEA chief pushes for access to Iran despite Tehran’s limits on nuclear sites

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  • The head of the UN nuclear watchdog stated that an interim peace accord grants inspectors access to Iran.
  • Tehran has indicated that key nuclear sites will remain off-limits until a final deal with Washington is reached and sanctions are lifted.
  • The IAEA chief expressed hope for swift inspections, emphasizing the need for access to comply with the agreement.

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog asserted that an interim peace accord provides inspectors access to Iran, despite Tehran's reservations about allowing inspections at key sites until a final deal with Washington is finalized and sanctions are lifted.

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Chief Rafael Grossi stated at a news conference in Japan that "There is an agreement and to comply with that agreement, the IAEA will have to have access and inspect." He added, "We hope to be there soon."

This statement comes as Iran has signaled limitations on the access granted to the IAEA, linking broader inspections to the lifting of sanctions and the conclusion of a comprehensive agreement with the United States. The developing situation highlights the ongoing tension between Iran's nuclear program and international oversight.

There is an agreement and to comply with that agreement, the IAEA will have to have access and inspect. We hope to be there soon.

— Rafael GrossiIAEA Chief Rafael Grossi speaking at a news conference in Japan regarding access to Iran's nuclear sites.
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