Iran Warns of Retaliation as US Talks Loom

Tehran's Warning: Iran Threatens Retaliation Amidst US Talks and IAEA Investigation. Iran has issued a stark warning to the West, threatening retaliatory measures against perceived provocations and what it calls a 'sabotage' investigation by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This comes as the country prepares for crucial nuclear talks with the United States. Deputy Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Behruz Kamalvandi, stated that Iran will take "proportionate countermeasures" against any provocative actions by Western nations, including the IAEA. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi echoed this sentiment, warning that further pressure from European powers could lead to a major strategic misstep. The IAEA is currently holding a five-day meeting in Vienna to discuss Iran's nuclear program, which has been a major point of contention in international relations. The situation highlights the delicate balance of power and the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions.