The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran stated, “We are unable to comply with the additional requirements of the International Energy Agency due to sanctions”, noting that “the International Agency’s oversight of our nuclear program is limited to the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement”, emphasizing that “If all parties to the nuclear agreement back to our commitments, we will once again allow the installation of IAEA cameras and equipment at our nuclear facilities.”

Iran’s foreign ministry said “negotiations on the nuclear deal are progressing in a positive manner”, noting that “the remaining issues are related to the lifting of sanctions, and they are few, but necessary, delicate and fateful.”

She stressed, “We hope that Washington will act rationally and take a political decision in a way that guarantees our legitimate interests and demands,” stressing that “Tehran will abide by the agreement that guarantees its core interests and will not deviate from its red lines on negotiations,” stating that “the question of the answer lies with the American side.” after the Iranian response to the European proposal in the negotiations.