by Sasan Karimi at RT
The IAEA chief’s ambiguous language helped justify illegal military action
Israel’s military actions against Iran have significantly destabilized the Middle East, driven by concerns over Iran’s nuclear capabilities. These events, rooted in historical tensions, are irreversible and have reshaped regional dynamics. A key document that served as a pretext for Israel’s aggression was a resolution adopted by the Board of Governors (BoG) of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This resolution was based on a report by IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, who later attempted to moderate its implications in an interview with Christiane Amanpour shortly after the onset of hostilities.
Since assuming his role, Grossi has been tasked with implementing the IAEA’s statute to ensure nuclear non-proliferation. However, his reports have often been ambiguous, raising doubts about Iran’s nuclear program that could be interpreted in multiple ways. Critics argue that the reports, if deliberately misleading, may have contributed to the escalation of tensions leading to war, raising questions about Grossi’s accountability, including the possibility that he may be dismissed or stand trial. The IAEA Statute allows the Board of Governors to appoint or terminate the Director General, and significant controversy over false or biased reporting could influence such decisions.
The inherent limitation of IAEA inspections is that they cannot definitively confirm the absence of undeclared nuclear activities, as no agency can monitor every part of a country. Instead, the IAEA assesses whether significant deviations are detected in inspected areas. This limitation allows for speculation about what remains unknown, which Grossi has emphasized, contributing to a narrative that has influenced historical events. If these emphases were based on inaccurate or exaggerated claims, they could be seen as a misuse of authority, further fueling demands for his ouster.
The inherent limitation of IAEA inspections is that they cannot definitively confirm the absence of undeclared nuclear activities,…
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