Iran has agreed to readmit inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to its territory, a development that signals a significant shift in the ongoing nuclear standoff between Tehran and Washington.
US Vice President JD Vance announced the agreement on Monday in Switzerland, describing it as a major step forward for the American people.
The move follows days of indirect negotiations facilitated by Switzerland, with Pakistan also playing a key intermediary role in brokering the mutual understanding.
The readmission of IAEA monitors is the most concrete outcome yet from the recent diplomatic push to revive the nuclear deal framework.
Western nations and Israel have long expressed concerns that Iran’s nuclear program could be weaponized, allegations Tehran consistently denies.
By allowing inspectors back in, Iran is providing a mechanism for international verification, which could help rebuild trust and pave the way for broader sanctions relief discussions.