Iranian Threat Unprecedented: “All American Bases Within Our Missiles’ Range”
Iranian Nuclear Chief Dismisses IAEA Report
In a recent statement, Mohammad Eslami, the head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, refuted the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) report, labeling it as “biased and political.” He critiqued a draft resolution by the United States and the European Union, deeming it “irrational.” Eslami warned that Tehran would respond with a series of measures following any decision made against it in the IAEA’s Board of Governors meeting. He alleged, “A European country is cooperating with Israel to develop its own nuclear bomb,” further claiming that U.S. efforts are continuously aimed at Israel’s military nuclear program.
Iran’s Position on Nuclear Collaboration
Eslami emphasized Iran’s commitment to transparency and cooperation with the IAEA, rejecting accusations about non-compliance. He stated, “There is no evidence that Tehran does not collaborate with the IAEA.” The Iranian leadership asserted that the IAEA’s decisions are “illogical, untechnical, and illegal,” declaring that Iran would respond appropriately if the “trigger mechanism” is activated. In a pointed warning, he stated, “The United States must leave the region since all its bases are within our missile range.”
Warnings from Iranian Defense Minister
Echoing Eslami’s sentiments, the Iranian Defense Minister stated, “If negotiations do not conclude successfully and an attempt is made to force conflict against us, the losses on the opposing side will surely be greater than ours.” He reiterated, “All U.S. bases are within our range – we will not hesitate to strike them, even if they are located in hosting countries.”
IAEA’s Findings and U.S. Response
The IAEA recently reported critical findings indicating that Iran has conducted significant tests related to explosive materials-a pivotal step towards nuclear weapon development. This information, assessed by the Institute for Science and International Security, largely relies on intelligence gathered by Israeli operatives during the 2018 nuclear archive seizure in Tehran.
On the international front, the IAEA’s Board of Governors opened its quarterly meeting in Vienna, focusing on a draft resolution introduced by the UK, France, and Germany, with U.S. support, condemning Iran for impeding monitoring efforts at its nuclear sites. In a sharp tstart, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested that military action could be a possibility if diplomatic talks fail.
Conclusion
As tensions escalate regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions and international scrutiny intensifies, the implications for regional security remain profound. Iran’s claims of U.S. and Israeli collusion in developing nuclear weaponry amplify the rhetoric surrounding the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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