Iran’s Foreign Ministry declared on June 23 that it will not allow the International Atomic Energy Agency to inspect its damaged nuclear facilities. The announcement came less than 24 hours after US Vice President JD Vance publicly touted an alleged Iranian agreement to permit such inspections as a diplomatic win.
What happened in Bürgenstock
Quadrilateral talks between the US, Iran, Qatar, and Pakistan took place from June 21 to 22 in Bürgenstock, Switzerland. The discussions were meant to address regional issues including Iran’s nuclear program and broader security concerns.
Vance characterized the outcome on June 22 as a meaningful step forward, specifically pointing to what he described as Iran’s agreement to allow IAEA visits.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei had a different read on the situation entirely.
