Iran has refused to allow inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to examine nuclear facilities that were reportedly damaged during recent attacks. The decision comes amid ongoing tensions over Iran’s nuclear program and follows conflicting statements from Tehran and Washington. The Iran IAEA nuclear inspections dispute has added a new layer of uncertainty to diplomatic efforts surrounding the country’s nuclear activities.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Tehran will not permit the IAEA to inspect the nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, which were affected by US and Israeli strikes. He said Iran has made its position clear regarding access to the sites and does not intend to grant inspection permissions at this stage.
Baghaei also denied reports claiming that Iranian officials had met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi in Switzerland. According to the Iranian spokesperson, no such meeting took place during recent diplomatic engagements.
Commenting on Iran’s frozen assets, Baghaei said Tehran faces no restrictions on the use of funds that have been unfrozen under recent agreements. He maintained that Iran retains full authority over how those assets are utilized.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran had agreed to comprehensive inspections of its nuclear facilities. He argued that further negotiations would not have continued if Tehran had refused inspections. Trump also stated that US naval forces remain ready should renewed maritime restrictions become necessary, although he expressed confidence that such measures would likely not be required. The disagreement over Iran IAEA nuclear inspections highlights the continuing gap between Iranian and American positions on the future of nuclear oversight and regional security.