- November 22, 2024
- 2:46 pm
- World News
The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) adopted a resolution on November 21, 2024 condemning Iran for insufficient cooperation with inspectors.
This is the second time in the past five months that Tehran has come under criticism for refusing to engage. The resolution concerns two sites – Varamin and Turkuzabad near Tehran, where particles of processed uranium were previously discovered. The sites are not recognized as nuclear sites by Iran, raising questions about the origins of the uranium.
The IAEA has demanded that Iran provide a technically sound explanation for the discovery of the uranium and its current location. The Agency emphasizes that such steps are necessary to confirm the exclusively peaceful nature of the country's nuclear program.
The resolution is based on a recent confidential IAEA report. The document says Iran has increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% – just one step below the level needed to produce nuclear weapons. As of October 26, reserves of such uranium reached 182.3 kg, which is 17.6 kg more than in August.
The adoption of the resolution could become the basis for the use of a SnapBack sanctions mechanism, similar to the one used in 2011, when, after the withdrawal of the IAEA, the UN imposed sanctions against Iran.
The Council demanded that Tehran explain the origin of the uranium particles and confirm the peaceful nature of its nuclear program. The IAEA statement says:
“Iran has a responsibility to provide technically credible explanations to demonstrate that its nuclear program is exclusively peaceful.”
Who supported the resolution?
For the adoption of the resolution 19 countries voted: USAUK, France, Germany, Spain, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Ecuador, UkraineCanada, Georgia, Japan, South Korea, Morocco, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Paraguay.
Only Russia, China and Burkina Faso opposed it, demonstrating reluctance to condemn Iran.
Abstained: South Africa, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Ghana, Thailand, Algeria, Armenia, Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt.
Iran's response: threats and escalation
In response to the resolution, Iran announced the launch of more powerful centrifuges to increase uranium production. The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, called the Western actions “apostasy,” and Iran's Foreign Minister threatened a “proportional reaction.”
Iran's representative to the IAEA, Mohsen Naziri Asl, stated:
“This resolution ignored Iran’s interaction with the agency and was adopted contrary to the agreements reached.”
Such statements cause serious concern in Israel. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar noted:
“Iran's pursuit of an atomic bomb must be stopped. The adopted resolution is an important part of diplomatic efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.”
The role of Russia and China: supporting Israel's enemies
The position of Russia and China causes indignation in the international community. These countries not only vote against anti-Iran resolutions, but also maintain close relations with Tehran. Russia, facing isolation over its aggression against Ukraine, is seeking allies among Israel's enemies such as Iran.
According to NAnovosti, Moscow is interested in strengthening cooperation with Iran, including the supply of weapons and technology for the nuclear program.
Why is this important for Israel?
Iran continues to threaten Israel's security by developing ballistic missiles and supporting terrorist groups such as Hezbollah. At the same time, Russia, which supports Israel’s enemies, is becoming an increasingly dangerous player in the international arena.
The IAEA Board of Governors remains an important instrument of pressure on Tehran, and Israeli support for anti-Iranian resolutions is necessary to ensure the security of the region.
Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
is one of the key management bodies of the agency, which is responsible for making decisions on important issues of policy and activity of the organization. The Council consists of 35 members representing IAEA member countries. Membership in the Council is based on geographical principle, as well as on the level of technical development of nuclear energy in the participating countries.
Main functions of the Board of Governors:
- Monitoring the activities of the IAEA: The Board reviews and approves the agency's annual budget and monitors the implementation of its programs.
- Nuclear Safety Assessment: The Council reviews reports on countries' compliance with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and decides what action to take in response to violations.
- Consideration of resolutions: The Council adopts resolutions that seek to regulate nuclear activities, investigate violations, and promote the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
- Recommendations from the IAEA General Conference: The Council makes recommendations on key issues, which are then considered by the General Conference, the highest body of the IAEA.
In 2023–2024, the Governing Council will consist of the following 35 countries: Australia, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Germany, Denmark, India, Indonesia, Spain, Canada, Qatar, Kenya, China, Costa Rica, Republic of Korea, Namibia, Netherlands, Paraguay, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay, Finland, France, Ecuador, South Africa and Japan.
Conclusion:
The adoption of an anti-Iranian resolution at the IAEA is an important step in the fight against the nuclear threat. However, the actions of Russia and China undermine international efforts, increasing the danger to Israel and the world. NAnewsinformation on how Israel is protecting its interests on the international stage.
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