IAEA emergency meeting Iran scheduled in Vienna on Monday at Russia’s request following US and Israeli strikes.
VIENNA: IAEA emergency meeting Iran will take place on Monday at the agency’s headquarters in Vienna after Russia formally requested urgent talks on the escalating situation.
The board of governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed the special session following Moscow’s call to address what it described as military strikes by the United States and Israel against the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The announcement was made in a statement issued late Saturday.
Russia, a key ally of Tehran, urged immediate discussions to examine the implications of the strikes, particularly regarding nuclear safety, safeguards and regional stability. Diplomatic sources said the session will focus on the status of Iran’s nuclear facilities and the broader security environment.
Last week, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said that most of Iran’s nuclear materials were “still there, in large quantities” despite previous US strikes on nuclear sites in June 2025. His remarks highlighted ongoing concerns about monitoring and verification amid heightened tensions.
The IAEA emergency meeting Iran comes at a critical moment as global powers closely watch developments in the Middle East. Member states are expected to review inspection data and assess potential risks to nuclear infrastructure and non proliferation commitments.
Observers say the Vienna session could shape diplomatic responses in the coming days, with international attention focused on maintaining nuclear safety and preventing further escalation.
