Iran had suspended cooperation with the international nuclear watchdog in the wake of Israeli air strikes against Iranian nuclear targets and scientists earlier this summer.
The move followed intensive talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi, who had both arrived in Cairo on Tuesday morning. President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi received both Araghchi and Grossi, and Egypt’s top diplomat Badr Abdelatty participated in some meetings.
The Cairo talks managed to bridge the gap in views between Iran, the US, France, Germany and the UK.
In press statements, Presidential Spokesman Mohamed Al-Shennawi said that Al-Sisi underlined the importance of the resumption of cooperation between Tehran and the IAEA as a step towards de-escalation, restoring confidence between the two sides, and endorsing regional security and stability.
Meanwhile, Abdelatty and Araghchi held talks in which they reviewed bilateral relations and regional developments, especially as regards the situation in Gaza. Both foreign ministers underlined the need for the prompt entry of humanitarian aid. They also stressed their countries’ opposition to all plans designed to displace Gazans by force.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 11 September, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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