Iran Suspends IAEA Access, Inspectors Withdraw

Iran has suspended direct cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), leading to the withdrawal of IAEA inspectors from the country after strikes on its nuclear facilities by Israel and the United States. Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, maintain that Iran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) but will now manage any future IAEA cooperation through the Supreme National Security Council. Western nations, notably Germany and the U.S., have condemned Iran's move, warning it weakens international oversight of Iran's nuclear program. Iran has criticized Germany for allegedly supporting unlawful Israeli actions and asserts its right to peaceful uranium enrichment. The U.S. and Iran are set to resume nuclear talks in Oslo, with Iran demanding guarantees against further military actions. The lack of on-site IAEA inspections has heightened concerns about Iran's compliance with the NPT, leaving satellite monitoring as the primary oversight mechanism.