IAEA chief says Iran’s cooperation with inspectors is a ‘work in progress’ as sanctions loom
August 27, 2025
The head of the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog has warned that the agency is not yet satisfied with Iran’s cooperation with international inspectors. The warning comes as European leaders appear poised to reimpose sanctions on Tehran after a series of last-minute meetings failed to reach a diplomatic resolution on its nuclear program. International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi tells The Associated Press on Wednesday that despite Iran allowing its inspectors back in for the first time since the 12-day Iran-Israel war in June, regaining access to crucial nuclear facilities is still “a work in progress.” Iran has until Aug. 31 to satisfy European concerns as a possible “snapback” of U.N. sanctions looms.