Iran’s envoy Naziri Asl criticized Western pressure tactics, asserting they are ineffective. He outlined Iran’s reduced commitments due to Western violations of the JCPOA. He rejected E3 attempts to invoke the snapback mechanism, citing their own breaches. With the Termination Day approaching in 2025, he urged members to uphold Resolution 2231 and reaffirmed Iran’s rejection of nuclear weapons.
In a recent address to the IAEA Board of Governors, Iran’s envoy, Naziri Asl, criticized the effectiveness of Western pressure campaigns aimed at Iran, particularly regarding sanctions based on unverified claims of nuclear ambitions. He emphasized that the failure of Western nations, particularly following the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA), has led Iran to reduce its commitments under the agreement as a justified response to these breaches.
Naziri Asl highlighted that Iran’s actions align with Articles 26 and 36 of the JCPOA, which allow for remedial measures when other parties do not meet their obligations. He clarified that Iran would revert these measures only if sanctions by the U.S. and the EU are lifted in a verifiable manner. He remarked, “Experience has shown that the policy of pressure pursued by certain parties is not only ineffective but also counterproductive.”
The envoy further rejected attempts by France, Germany, and Britain—the E3—to use the snapback mechanism of the JCPOA. He asserted that their own violations of both UN Security Council Resolution 2231 and the JCPOA disqualified them from legitimately invoking this mechanism against Iran. Naziri Asl called such attempts “legally baseless, unjust, and strongly rejected.”
As the ‘Termination Day’ in October 2025 approaches, Naziri Asl urged IAEA member states to prioritize the implementation of Resolution 2231 to ensure the integrity of the JCPOA. He warned against undermining years of diplomatic efforts, stating, “It is our responsibility to preserve this achievement.”
In addressing Western allegations regarding Iran’s potential pursuit of nuclear weapons, Naziri Asl reiterated that Iran renounces weapons of mass destruction based on its principles, deeming them outdated and a danger to global security. The upcoming Termination Day will conclude the remaining UN sanctions under the JCPOA, yet European powers are exploring rebuttals to trigger the snapback mechanism should Iran be deemed non-compliant, an action previously attempted by the Trump administration in 2020.
In conclusion, Naziri Asl’s address emphasizes Iran’s commitment to its obligations under the JCPOA while firmly rejecting Western pressure and accusations of nuclear ambitions. The envoy’s assertions about the ineffectiveness of sanctions and the illegitimacy of the E3’s potential actions reflect a broader geopolitical struggle. As the Termination Day approaches, the international community faces the critical task of ensuring the integrity and implementation of the nuclear agreement.
Original Source: ifpnews.com
