Lavrov characterized the operations as "aggression" by the US and Israel and noted that the targets included both civilian infrastructure and nuclear plants. He argued that the violation of the safeguards established by the watchdog has permanently damaged the agency's global standing.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Lavrov Says US Israel Attacks on Iran Damage IAEA Authority
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Washington and Tel Aviv of conducting strikes against nuclear sites in Iran that were protected by International Atomic Energy Agency safeguards. He stated on Friday that targeting these monitored facilities has dealt an irreparable blow to the credibility and authority of the IAEA.
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