The Biden administration is facing pressure from European allies to back off plans to rebuke Iran for its advances in the nuclear program. Diplomats involved in discussions revealed that the U.S. is urging against a censure motion at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s member state board in early June.
The U.S. has been lobbying other countries to abstain from the censure vote, aligning with Washington’s stance. However, European diplomats are concerned about Iran’s nuclear activities, with reports indicating that Iran has enough highly enriched fissile material for three nuclear weapons.
Amidst these tensions, some U.S. officials fear that Iran could become more volatile as the country approaches elections for a new leader following the recent death of President Ebrahim Raisi. The Biden administration has emphasized seeking a diplomatic solution to address Iran’s nuclear program.
European diplomats have warned that failing to take action against Iran would undermine the authority of the IAEA and weaken Western pressure on Tehran. The differences in approach between the U.S. and Europe highlight the complexities of dealing with Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
As the situation unfolds, the international community is closely monitoring the developments and the potential implications of a censure resolution on Iran’s nuclear activities. The diplomatic efforts and decisions made in the coming months will have significant implications for regional stability and global security.