Vienna, Austria – A draft resolution submitted by the United States to the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) calls on Iran to provide accurate and complete information on nuclear materials and facilities located on its territory without delay. This is part of efforts to strengthen oversight of its nuclear program. The draft emphasizes the need for Tehran to cooperate fully with the IAEA. This cooperation is essential to verifying the nature of Iran’s nuclear activities and its compliance with relevant international agreements and obligations.
Demands for comprehensive information
According to the draft resolution, Iran must provide the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) with accurate and up-to-date information on nuclear materials and related facilities within the country. This would allow international inspectors to fully and transparently assess the nuclear situation. This demand comes amidst ongoing international discussions regarding the level of Iranian cooperation with the IAEA. Furthermore, discussions continue concerning the monitoring mechanisms in place for its nuclear program.
Broader powers for inspectors
The draft also stipulates that Iran must grant the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) all the powers it urgently needs to verify nuclear information and activities without delay. The United States, for its part, considers granting these powers a crucial step in building international confidence. It also ensures the IAEA’s ability to effectively carry out its monitoring and technical tasks.
Awaiting the position of the Board of Governors
The draft resolution is expected to spark debate within the IAEA Board of Governors in the coming period, amid differing international positions on how to address the Iranian nuclear issue. This US move comes as international diplomatic efforts continue to resolve outstanding issues related to Iran’s nuclear program. It also strengthens the IAEA’s monitoring and verification mechanisms.
