Tehran: In a phone call with Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.) Rafael Grossi emphasized the readiness of the I.A.E.A. to provide any assistance in the process of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States. During the conversation, Grossi discussed the latest status of cooperation between Iran and the I.A.E.A.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Araqchi stressed the importance of the role by the International Atomic Energy Agency in Iran’s nuclear program in accordance with its legal duties and authorities. He stated that Iran, as a responsible member of the Non-Proliferation Treaty, will continue its cooperation with the Agency in accordance with its international legal obligations. Araqchi expressed hope that the Agency’s technical and professional approach will resolve the remaining safeguards issues as quickly as possible. He also updated Grossi on the latest developments related to the Iran-U.S. talks.

Earlier in April, Araqchi had mentioned that the International Atomic Energy Agency could play a crucial role in a peaceful settlement of a dispute over the Iranian nuclear program in the coming months. He had noted on his X account, ‘Had useful discussion with visiting IAEA chief Grossi. In the coming months, the Agency can play a crucial role in peaceful settlement of the Iranian nuclear file.’

Araqchi added, ‘As variety of spoilers are gathered to derail current negotiations, we need a Director General of Peace.’ He emphasized trust in Grossi’s mission to keep the Agency away from politics and politicization, and to retain focus on its technical mandate.