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Iran's Ambassador Denies Nuclear Diversion Evidence, Threatens Legal Action Against US and Israel

Iran's ambassador, Nassereddin Heidari, denied claims of nuclear diversion in IAEA documents and announced plans for legal action against the US and Israel. The statements were made in Tehran, following recent tensions over Iran's nuclear program and international sanctions.

Nassereddin Heidari, Iran's ambassador to the United Nations, stated there is no evidence in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) documents indicating any diversion of Iran's nuclear activities for weapons purposes. He emphasized that safeguarding Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, alongside upholding the inherent rights of the Iranian nation, is the country’s highest priority. Heidari also indicated that Iran plans to pursue legal action against the United States and Israel over alleged crimes, though the specific nature of these charges was not detailed.

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StateTASSAug 14, 01:00 PM
US, Israel trying to deprive Iran of its right to peaceful use of atom — ambassador

Nassereddin Heidari said there is no evidence in the International Atomic Energy Agency documents indicating any diversion in Iran's nuclear activities

StateTASSAug 14, 11:50 AM
INTERVIEW: Iran to pursue legal action against US, Israel over crimes — ambassador

Nassereddin Heidari said that safeguarding Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, alongside upholding the inherent rights of the Iranian nation stands as the country’s highest priority