Iran has signaled the possibility of suspending its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) if external military threats continue. Ali Shamkhani, an adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stated that ongoing external threats and the prospect of military action could prompt Iran to take deterrent measures, including expelling IAEA inspectors and ceasing collaboration with the agency.

This development follows recent warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump, who indicated that failure to reach a nuclear agreement could place Iran in significant danger. Diplomatic engagements are scheduled to commence in Oman, with the U.S. advocating for direct negotiations, while Iran insists on indirect talks mediated by Omani officials.

The backdrop to these tensions includes the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal during Trump’s previous term, accompanied by the reinstatement of stringent sanctions. In response, Iran has exceeded the uranium enrichment limits set by the agreement. Western nations express concern over Iran’s potential development of nuclear weapons capabilities, though Tehran maintains that its nuclear program is solely for civilian purposes.

Shamkhani also suggested that Iran might relocate enriched nuclear materials to undisclosed locations within the country if threats persist. These statements underscore the fragile state of nuclear negotiations and the potential implications for regional and international security.