25/06/2025
The Iranian Parliament voted, 222 votes in favour, no votes against, and one abstention, to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) accusing it of being complicit in endangering the safety of the Islamic Republic's nuclear facilities.
The bill prohibits entry of IAEA inspectors unless security of facilities is guaranteed.
MP Salimi, a member of the presiding board, confirmed that both the general outline and specific articles of the bill were approved during the open session. He stated that no individual or institution has the right to cooperate with IAEA officials under the new law, and violators will face legal consequences.
Speaker Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf said Iranβs peaceful nuclear programme will now accelerate.
The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran will suspend all cooperation with the IAEA until the security of nuclear sites is ensured.
Following the vote, MPs chanted "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" inside the parliament chamber.