Iran Dismisses Claims of Activities at 'Peak of Axe'
On September 15, 2026, Iranian officials firmly rejected allegations regarding any activities at the site known as "Peak of Axe" (also referred to as Pikaks Mountain). This denial comes in the wake of comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who indicated that the United States is closely monitoring the site and warned of potential military actions if necessary, urging Tehran to exercise caution. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that such reports are baseless and unfounded, emphasizing the country’s commitment to transparency.
Calls for Renewed Nuclear Cooperation
Meanwhile, Rafael Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), urged Tehran to resume cooperation with the agency, asserting that addressing matters related to Iran’s nuclear program and establishing trust and stability can only be achieved through collaborative efforts. Grossi expressed that the IAEA is ready to work with Iran to clarify issues surrounding its nuclear program, while also recognizing the security concerns that must be taken into account in the agency's operations.
In a related diplomatic development, Iranian media reported that the head of the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization, Mohammad Islami, along with his delegation, was denied entry into Vienna, Austria, due to pressure from the United States. This incident occurred as the delegation attempted to attend IAEA meetings. The U.S. had reportedly refused to grant Islami a sanctions waiver, which prevented him from obtaining a visa to enter Austria. In response, Iran summoned the Austrian chargé d'affaires to protest this decision, with Iranian officials condemning the refusal to issue visas as unjustified and clearly influenced by U.S. pressure.
As reported by alkhaleej.ae.
