The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expects its inspectors to return to Iran’s nuclear facilities, according to Director-General Rafael Grossi, who stressed that inspections are only a matter of time.
Speaking to reporters in Tokyo, Grossi said the agency remains confident that access to Iran’s uranium enrichment sites will be restored, although no exact timeline has been set.
“Whether this happens the day after tomorrow, in a week, or in 10 days is important, but not essential,” Grossi said. “This is going to happen.”
The remarks come amid conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran regarding Iran’s willingness to cooperate with international nuclear oversight.
US Vice President JD Vance recently stated that Iran had agreed to allow IAEA inspectors back into the country. However, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei rejected claims of any immediate arrangement, saying Tehran has not held talks with Grossi and that no inspection schedule has been agreed upon.
The differing accounts highlight ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of international monitoring efforts as diplomatic discussions over Iran’s nuclear program continue.
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