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IAEA 'Deplores' Iran's Poor Cooperation On Inspections

18 June 2004 -- The board of governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has approved a resolution deploring Iran's lack of cooperation with the UN's nuclear watchdog agency.

The resolution warns Tehran to be more forthcoming about its nuclear program if it wants to end the probe into its activities. It notes "with concern" that a number of questions remain outstanding about Iran's nuclear program.

The resolution -- co-sponsored by France, Britain, and Germany -- does not threaten to report Iran to the UN Security Council for possible sanctions in the event of further poor cooperation.

Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi rejected the resolution as politically motivated, but said Tehran will meet its commitments to the IAEA.

The United States accuses Iran of seeking the capability to develop nuclear weapons. Iran denies this, insisting its ambitions are limited to the peaceful generation of electricity.

Iran has threatened to resume uranium enrichment if the IAEA criticizes it over the extent of its cooperation, but said it would not withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

(international agencies)

Copyright (c) 2004. RFE/RL, Inc. Reprinted with the permission of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, 1201 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington DC 20036. www.rferl.org