Iran Rejects France’s Claims on Nuclear Program, Calls Allegations Unfounded
Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has firmly rejected accusations made by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, who claimed that Iran is “on the cusp of developing nuclear weapons.” Iravani described these allegations as politically irresponsible and unfounded, emphasizing that Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and remains committed to its obligations under international law, particularly the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
In a statement to the UN, Iravani argued that Barrot’s remarks misrepresented Iran’s peaceful nuclear program and reflected a biased interpretation of facts. He pointed out that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) continues to verify the peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear activities, with no evidence of diversion towards weapons development.
The ambassador also criticized the disruption of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which he blamed on the United States’ withdrawal and the failure of European powers to uphold their economic promises.
Iravani further condemned France’s threat to reimpose sanctions, calling it a form of political and economic coercion that breaches the principles of the United Nations Charter. He also highlighted the contradiction between France’s calls for non-proliferation and its own nuclear modernization efforts, as well as its complicity in the Zionist entity’s undeclared nuclear weapons program. Iravani reiterated Iran’s commitment to diplomacy but stressed that genuine dialogue cannot take place under threats or pressure.
