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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on June 19 that Europe's perception of Iran does not reflect reality, in remarks made as Tehran's relations with European countries remain strained. He called for a more objective approach, amid persistent differences over the nuclear program and sanctions.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on May 15 that the United States must fully implement its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum concerning Iran's nuclear program. He called the US withdrawal from the 2015 JCPOA a clear violation and warned of countermeasures if Washington reneges.
Iran's foreign minister said the ball is in America's court to save the 2015 nuclear deal, calling for a political decision from Washington. Indirect talks in Vienna remain stuck over sanctions relief and guarantees for the future.
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has called for a robust verification system to monitor Iran's nuclear program, emphasizing the need for access to all sites. This comes as US-Iran ceasefire talks continue amid conflicting statements. The IAEA chief stressed that intention alone is not enough and that a strong verification mechanism is essential.
The IAEA has no immediate plans to send inspectors to Iranian nuclear sites after a recent attack, raising concerns about transparency. Iran reported the incident but has not disclosed damage details. Western nations urge Iran to cooperate with the agency.
The US State Department has renewed sanctions waivers for Iranian crude oil exports for 120 days, permitting countries such as China and India to continue purchases. This decision seeks to stabilize global energy markets while maintaining pressure on Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
Iran and the United States held their first direct talks in Geneva, Switzerland on April 15, agreeing on a 60-day roadmap to address nuclear issues, sanctions, and regional security. Technical meetings are scheduled to begin in Vienna, marking a potential de-escalation in bilateral tensions.
The newly signed US-Iran memorandum of understanding establishes a 14-point framework for a ceasefire and 60 days of negotiations. Analysts warn it is too early to compare it with the 2015 JCPOA.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi urged Iran to re-engage in dialogue to allow monitoring of its nuclear program, while the U.S. and European allies demanded information about Tehran’s enriched uranium stockpile. A resolution is expected to pass at the IAEA Board of Governors meeting, but Iran warned confrontation would undermine diplomatic prospects.
