Mohammad ElBaradei, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated that if the Islamic Republic of Iran wants the world to believe its peaceful intentions, it must speak honestly and openly about its nuclear activities. In an interview with CNN, Mr. ElBaradei emphasized that 'transparency' is key to convincing inspectors that Iran is not hiding any of its nuclear programs. He noted that the IAEA has reached agreements with Iran, but pointed out that the Islamic Republic had not disclosed parts of its nuclear program for over 15 years. He expressed doubts about whether Iran has revealed everything and is not concealing anything. Last Wednesday, Mr. ElBaradei met with the President of the United States at the White House. After the meeting, he told reporters that Iran is fully cooperating with the IAEA. Mr. ElBaradei added that he believes Iran is back on the right track after an initial delay in agreeing to the return of the agency's inspectors, and that the inspection team is scheduled to resume its mission in Iran on April 7.
ElBaradei: If Iran Wants Its Peaceful Intentions to Be Believed, It Must Speak Transparently
Mohammad ElBaradei of the IAEA urged Iran to be transparent about its nuclear activities to gain international trust. He highlighted past non-disclosures and expressed doubts about Iran's full transparency. This is significant as it impacts Iran's relations with the IAEA and global perceptions of its nuclear intentions.
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ElBaradei urges Iran to ensure transparency in nuclear activities to gain international trust.
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Iran's transparency in nuclear activities is crucial for gaining international trust.
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