Washington: The United States has voiced strong concerns over Iran’s recent decision to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), labeling the move as “unacceptable.” State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, during a regular briefing, urged Iran to resume full cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog without further delay.
Bruce emphasized that Iran’s choice to suspend cooperation comes at a crucial time, stating that the country “has a window of opportunity to reverse course and choose a path of peace and prosperity.” She reiterated the US demand for Iran to cooperate fully with the international organization immediately.
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian formally approved legislation suspending cooperation with the IAEA on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. This decision follows escalating tensions and military confrontations, including Israeli and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in June. Iranian officials have criticized the IAEA for what they perceive as a biased report and its failure to condemn the recent attacks on their nuclear sites.
The implications of Iran’s suspension on the IAEA’s ability to monitor the country’s nuclear program remain a key concern for the international community. The IAEA has long been responsible for verifying Iran’s compliance with its nuclear obligations under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
