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Iranian official will not participate in UN nuclear watchdog annual meeting

RTP Notícias14 September 2026 at 06:00

The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization is not expected to participate in the annual meeting of member countries of the UN nuclear watchdog body in Vienna. This is the first time in years that the Iranian official has not attended this event.

The reason for the absence is a ban on international travel imposed on the official, which prevents him from traveling abroad.

The information was reported by the Associated Press (AP) news agency, which revealed that Iran will be represented by an ambassador at the meeting in Vienna.

Why this matters

This absence represents a break in Iranian participation in meetings of the UN nuclear watchdog body, which could affect transparency and international dialogue on Iran's nuclear program. The travel ban may be the result of ongoing sanctions or diplomatic tensions.

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