IAEA Chief: Iran's Nuclear Sites Intact After Attacks, Tensions Rise as Trump Considers Further Action

June 29, 2025
IAEA Chief: Iran's Nuclear Sites Intact After Attacks, Tensions Rise as Trump Considers Further Action
  • The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, revealed that Iran's nuclear facilities remain largely intact following a recent U.S. attack, allowing for the potential resumption of uranium enrichment within months.

  • In a related context, President Trump expressed skepticism about Iran's ability to relocate its nuclear stockpile under pressure, emphasizing the challenges of such a task.

  • This situation escalated after Israel launched a significant strike against Iran on June 13, citing concerns over Iran's advanced nuclear and missile programs, which triggered retaliatory strikes from Iran.

  • Despite a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, tensions remain high, with Trump indicating he would consider further military action if Iran escalates its uranium enrichment activities.

  • In response to the attacks, Iran's parliament voted to suspend cooperation with the IAEA until the safety of its nuclear facilities can be assured, rejecting Grossi's request to visit the damaged sites.

  • Grossi emphasized that national laws cannot override international treaties, suggesting Iran's potential legal implications regarding its nuclear activities.

  • Iran has criticized the IAEA for a recent resolution accusing it of failing to meet nuclear obligations, arguing that this has been used as a justification for attacks by Israel and the U.S.

  • As international concerns grow about Iran's nuclear capabilities, Grossi noted that while there is no definitive proof of Iran's systematic attempts to develop nuclear weapons, significant unanswered questions remain.

  • The IAEA has not had access to Iranian uranium reserves since June 10, raising calls for renewed inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities.

  • Trump has suggested that he may consider bombing Iran again if the country enriches uranium to concerning levels, reflecting the ongoing volatility of the situation.

  • Grossi defended the IAEA's actions, stating that blaming the agency for the conflict is unreasonable, as the underlying issues predate the current tensions.

  • The full interview with Grossi aired on CBS's 'Face the Nation' on June 28, providing further insights into the agency's stance on Iran's nuclear activities.

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