Iran: Nuclear Enrichment “Will Never Stop,” UN Ambassador Says
Amir-Saeid Iravani, Iran’s UN ambassador, stated that Iran’s nuclear enrichment program is a right and will continue, citing its permitted use for peaceful energy. He expressed Iran’s readiness for negotiations, rejecting “unconditional surrender” as a basis, while denying any threats against IAEA officials but acknowledging suspended cooperation with the agency. Iravani indicated that the transfer of enriched uranium could be considered, but Iran would not relinquish its domestic uranium production, a condition the US rejects. These comments come amid discussions about the recent strikes on Iranian facilities, with differing assessments of the damage.
John Q. Hosedrinker