The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has strongly protested against the criticism from Britain, France, and Germany regarding Tehran's nuclear program. Mohammad Khatami has sent a letter to the three European powers, warning that if such criticisms continue, Iran's cooperation with United Nations nuclear inspectors may be jeopardized. The letter accuses the three countries of collaborating with the United States to pressure Iran. This warning comes as the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency convenes in Vienna to review a draft resolution proposed by Britain, France, and Germany. The resolution calls on Tehran to halt its uranium enrichment program and abandon the construction of a reactor capable of producing plutonium. The Islamic Republic of Iran emphasizes that its nuclear program is solely for peaceful purposes.
Mohammad Khatami's Protest Against Criticism from Britain, France, and Germany Regarding Tehran's Nuclear Program - 2004-06-15
Mohammad Khatami has protested against the criticism from Britain, France, and Germany regarding Iran's nuclear program, warning that continued criticism could jeopardize cooperation with UN inspectors. This comes as the IAEA Board discusses a resolution demanding Iran halt uranium enrichment and plutonium production. The situation is significant as it highlights tensions between Iran and Western powers over nuclear issues.
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📰 What Happened
Khatami protests European criticism of Iran's nuclear program, warning of jeopardized cooperation with inspectors.
- Mohammad Khatami protest Britain, France, Germany
- Mohammad Khatami accuse Britain, France, Germany
- International Atomic Energy Agency review Tehran
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📚 Background
Khatami's protest reflects Iran's resistance to external criticism of its nuclear program.
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