Iran's Tense Nuclear Dialogue: Resolving Disputes with the UN

Iran expresses willingness to resolve disputes with the UN's nuclear agency but refuses to yield under pressure. Meanwhile, European powers push for a resolution to enhance monitoring cooperation. Talks in Tehran with IAEA head Rafael Grossi were described as constructive, emphasizing dialogue's importance.

Iran has signaled its readiness to address disagreements with the United Nations' nuclear agency regarding its atomic program safeguards, albeit without succumbing to external pressures, according to Iran's Foreign Minister following a meeting with the IAEA chief on Thursday.

Diplomats revealed that European nations are advocating for an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) board resolution next week, intended to pressure Iran over perceived inadequate cooperation. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has, for months, attempted to make headway with Iran on several concerns, including enhancing monitoring at nuclear sites and clarifying traces of uranium detected at undeclared locations.

Writing on X after discussions with Grossi in Tehran, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated: "The ball is in the EU/E3 court. We are willing to negotiate based on our national interests and rights but will not engage under coercive tactics." He pointed to France, Germany, and the United Kingdom as the primary European powers involved in the talks.

(With inputs from agencies.)