WANA (Nov 04) – Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mojaherani reaffirmed the country’s commitment to peaceful nuclear activities, emphasizing that Iran will never seek to build an atomic bomb. Speaking at her weekly presser, Mojaherani responded to recent remarks by Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and outlined three fundamental reasons behind Iran’s position.
“First, our cultural and historical foundations are incompatible with pursuing nuclear weapons. Second, our religious beliefs prohibit such actions, as there is a clear fatwa declaring the production and use of nuclear weapons forbidden. Third, our moral principles as a nation are based on humanity and ethical conduct,” Mojaherani stated.
She added that Mr. Grossi himself had acknowledged that Iran has never had a military nuclear program, contrary to certain interpretations. “This point,” she said, “was clearly reflected in his recent comments.”
WANA (Oct 15) – Mohammad Eslami, Vice President of Iran and Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), emphasized that the basis for Iran’s cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the Strategic Action Plan to Lift Sanctions passed by the Iranian Parliament. He stated that as long as the Agency […]
Cooperation with the IAEA
Mojaherani stressed that Iran’s cooperation with the IAEA continues within the framework of regulations and under the supervision of the Supreme National Security Council, ensuring that all measures serve the country’s national interests. She also noted that there is complete coordination between the Iranian government and parliament on this issue.
Iran at the ECO Ministers’ Meeting
Referring to the recent Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) ministerial meeting, Mojaherani said that the participation of Iran’s President reflected the renewed determination of member states to strengthen cooperation and coordination across various fields.
She highlighted the President’s proposal for establishing an “ECO Police” to help enhance regional security and ensure the safe exchange of goods, describing it as a practical and long-overlooked initiative that could yield meaningful outcomes for the member countries.