France calls for swift resumption of IAEA work in Iran

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke by phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, calling for a resumption of the UN’s nuclear watchdog activities in Iran.

Macron said on X that he called for the release of French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris who are held on spying charges they vehemently deny.

“My messages: The release of our compatriots Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris. The protection of our nationals and our facilities in Iran, which must not be subject to any threats. Respect for the ceasefire, to help restore peace in the region. A return to the negotiating table to address ballistic and nuclear issues. Upholding the framework of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, and the swift resumption of the IAEA’s work in Iran to ensure full transparency. I will continue working in the coming days to achieve these goals,” Macron said on X.