Overview

• On July 2, President Masoud Pezeshkian gave final approval to a law that bars IAEA inspectors and suspends all cooperation with the agency.
• Iran’s parliament passed the suspension on June 25 with 221 votes in favor, one abstention and no opposition, and the measure was certified by the Guardian Council.
• Officials justified the move by accusing IAEA chief Rafael Grossi of “destructive” bias and citing an inability to guarantee inspector safety at sites damaged by recent airstrikes.
• Hardline outlets including the Kayhan newspaper accused Grossi of espionage and sought his execution, prompting France, Germany and the UK to condemn threats and demand a return to inspections.
• The IAEA warns that without on-site oversight Iran could resume enriching uranium to near weapons-grade levels within months.