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Iran’s biggest battle starts now: What lies ahead in the 60-day ceasefire window

After months of war, crippling sanctions, a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and repeated threats of escalation, the United States and Iran have digitally signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that has paused one of the Middle East’s most consequential conflicts in recent years.

The Times of India · Jun 26

UN says Iran nuclear pledge needs ‘very strong’ verification

TEHRAN - Iran’s pledge not to build a nuclear weapon will need “very strong” verification, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26

Iran nuclear pledge needs 'very strong' verification after war, IAEA chief says

A "very strong verification system" is needed in Iran to ensure the Islamic republic keeps its pledge not to develop nuclear weapons after the conflict in the Middle East ends, International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said on Friday. Iran's nuclear programme remains a key sticking point as Washington…

France 24 · Jun 26

IAEA chief says inspections of Iran's nuclear sites 'going to happen'

IAEA's Grossi pushed back against Tehran's claim that no agreement has been reached to allow inspectors to inspect bombed enrichment sites, citing the signed US-Iran framework deal.

Euronews · Jun 24

IAEA chief says Iran nuclear site inspections will happen despite US-Tehran conflicting claims

The head of the UN's nuclear agency signaled on Wednesday that Iranian nuclear enrichment sites would be visited by his inspectors, a key component in the interim deal between the United States and Iran, despite Tehran's denial that any visit has been scheduled.

The Times of India · Jun 24

United Nations chief hints inspectors will visit Iran nuclear sites as part of peace deal

Tehran has reportedly prevented IAEA officials from visiting these key enrichment facilities

The Independent UK · Jun 24

Iran-US war latest: Trump says no Strait of Hormuz tolls or deal is off

The US and Iran continue to clash over terms despite an agreement to end the war

The Independent UK · Jun 24

Trump says he would 'cancel meetings' with Iran if they deny IAEA nuclear inspections

President Trump declared he would halt technical talks with Iran if nuclear inspections by the IAEA are denied, asserting Washington has secured assurances. He dismissed concerns, stating Iran has "agreed in principle" to inspections at the "appropriate time." Trump also claimed significant progress in negotiations, highlighting Iran's weakened state and…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

A tale of two deals: Trump's 'infinity' inspections meets Iran's 'not so fast'

TOI correspondent from Washington: One side believes that it has come away with a deal. The other side is still dealing with the idea of a deal. It turns out that the US-Iran peace agreement purportedly pounded out during talks in the Alps has more holes than Swiss cheese.

The Times of India · Jun 23

Trump: Iran has agreed to 'N' checks till infinity; no talks with IAEA, says Tehran

Conflicting reports emerged Tuesday regarding Iran's nuclear program and asset unfreezing. President Trump claimed Iran agreed to extensive inspections and that frozen assets would buy US humanitarian goods. However, Iran denied any nuclear talks or IAEA inspector agreements, asserting sole control over its assets. Meanwhile, progress was reported in mediated…

The Economic Times · Jun 23