U.S. Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz said Tuesday that Iran has agreed to the return of IAEA nuclear inspectors, calling it "the first step toward a broader agreement." Waltz stressed that unlike the 2015 JCPOA, inspections this time would be possible "anytime and anywhere," according to his statement.
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz announced Tuesday that Iran has agreed to readmit IAEA nuclear inspectors, according to a statement from his office. The remarks reinforce a growing U.S. narrative of progress toward a nuclear understanding with Tehran. This follows similar assertions in recent days by Vice President JD Vance and Trump envoy Steve Witkoff, who have described an emerging framework that includes IAEA access and removal of enriched uranium. Waltz contrasted the current approach with the 2015 JCPOA, stating that the inspections would be permitted "anytime and anywhere." No confirmation from Iranian officials has been reported, and the exact status of negotiations remains unclear. As The Zioneer has reported, the emerging deal has drawn criticism from AIPAC and skepticism from Israeli and U.S. intelligence officials.
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