Iran Slams IAEA Chief Grossi: 'Stop Political Statements, Focus on Professional Duties'

BREAKING: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has urged IAEA chief Rafael Grossi to "stop issuing political statements" and to focus on fulfilling his professional duties as head of the UN nuclear watchdog. More on https://t.co/hGzrK2N8WC https://t.co/PMudAb7WDK News Analysis & Summary In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, Irans Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei publicly called on Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to cease issuing what Tehran considers politically motivated statements. Baghaei insisted that Grossi must instead concentrate on his professional responsibilities as the head of the UN nuclear watchdog. This rebuke comes amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program, with the IAEA having reported instances of undeclared nuclear material and inadequate cooperation from Tehran. In my opinion, this exchange highlights a deepening trust deficit between Iran and the international community. While Iran has a right to defend its sovereignty, the IAEAs role is inherently technicalnot political. By accusing Grossi of politicization, Iran may be trying to deflect scrutiny from its own compliance gaps. However, if the IAEA is to remain credible, it must maintain impartiality. The real question is whether both sides can separate technical oversight from geopolitical maneuvering before the situation deteriorates further. Source: @AJENews on X/TwitterPublic Engagement Views: 37,248 Likes: 191 Comments: 19 Shares: 57 Published: June 30, 2026, 12:01 pm