Iran has sharply criticized the latest report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on its nuclear program, calling the document politically motivated and grounded in outdated and discredited allegations.

Kazem Gharibabadi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, rejected the report’s findings, claiming it ignores Iran’s extensive cooperation with the Agency and instead revives allegations dating back more than two decades—issues he said had already been resolved.

"The report is political in nature and based on fabricated information," Gharibabadi said in a statement to Iranian media. "Rather than acknowledging the IAEA’s own conclusion that there is no evidence of deviation in Iran’s current nuclear activities, the Agency has chosen to focus on baseless claims under pressure from certain countries seeking political leverage."

He accused the IAEA of succumbing to geopolitical influence, saying it has overlooked the transparency and access Iran has granted to its nuclear sites. Gharibabadi insisted that Iran’s nuclear program remains entirely peaceful and continues to operate under full international supervision.

Iran has long maintained that its nuclear activities are intended solely for civilian purposes, including energy production and medical research. The country remains a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and claims to be in full compliance with its obligations.

The renewed dispute between Tehran and the IAEA comes amid ongoing international concerns over Iran’s nuclear capabilities and stalled negotiations to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Gharibabadi urged the IAEA to adopt a more balanced and technical approach and refrain from allowing political agendas to shape its reporting. (ILKHA)