In a move that could ease global tensions, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Iran have agreed to restart nuclear inspections after months of deadlock. The breakthrough came during talks in Cairo, where IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi and Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi signed a framework deal. 📝
Why This Matters Now
The agreement arrives as European powers—France, Britain, and Germany (the E3)—threaten to reimpose sanctions on Iran under the 2015 nuclear deal’s "snapback" clause. The E3 wants Iran to allow inspections, account for its uranium stockpile, and engage in talks with the U.S. by late this month. ⏳
What’s Next?
While the deal addresses inspection resumption and uranium tracking, it’s unclear if it’ll fully satisfy the E3’s demands. Araghchi warned that any sanctions reinstatement could void the agreement, calling it a "red line." 🔴
Backstory
Iran halted IAEA cooperation after alleged Israeli-U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities and the killing of scientists in June. Despite tensions, the IAEA maintained communication with Tehran. This new pact could be a fragile step toward diplomacy—or another cliffhanger. 🎬
