Iran Adheres to Non-Proliferation Treaty and Confirms Continued Nuclear Inspections

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei revealed that International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors conducted a visit to the Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran days ago, confirming that Tehran has not suspended its obligations under the safeguards agreement with the agency.

In press statements on Monday, Baghaei said Iran remains a member of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and is committed to the treaty and the safeguards agreement, emphasizing that it has demonstrated adherence to these commitments.

He added that circumstances imposed on Iran have hindered the normal implementation of safeguard measures, stressing that his country has not suspended its obligations toward the agency. He noted that the parties who launched attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities are responsible for the consequences of those attacks on the implementation of monitoring and inspection procedures.

Baghaei criticized the performance of the IAEA Board of Governors and its Director General, accusing them of failing to fulfill their responsibilities regarding the US and Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.

He pointed out that the latest inspection of the Bushehr nuclear plant took place days ago, confirming continued communication between the Iranian mission in Vienna and the IAEA.

Baghaei’s confirmation of Iran’s continued membership in the treaty and cooperation with the IAEA comes amid repeated calls in recent months from Iranian parliament members, along with hardline Iranian parties and media outlets, demanding Tehran withdraw from the international treaty and review its nuclear approach.