Iran’s Mullahs Gaslight IAEA with Phantom Compliance Claims
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has just confirmed that Iran has escalated its nuclear weapons program to a level that breaches its own declared commitments. The regime is now enriching uranium to levels dangerously close to weapons-grade and is stonewalling inspectors at key undeclared sites.
This is not new to the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI)—in fact, it’s vindication. Two of the four nuclear facilities referenced in the IAEA’s report were first exposed by NCRI officials nearly 20 years ago. Those revelations forced global attention on Tehran’s secret weapons ambitions and shattered the regime’s narrative of “peaceful enrichment.” Today, history is repeating itself—only this time, the stakes are higher, and the time window is smaller.
The NCRI has the credibility and insight to speak with authority on this growing crisis. With a robust global intelligence network inside Iran, NCRI continues to sound the alarm on Tehran’s deceit, weapons development, and its partnership with malign actors like Russia and North Korea.
Spokesmen Alireza Jafarzadeh, Shahin Gobadi, Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad, and Dr. Kazem Kazerounianare available for interviews to discuss:
- The IAEA’s latest findings and their real-world implications
- Why the regime continues to lie—and what it’s trying to hide
- The critical role NCRI has played in exposing Iran’s nuclear deception
- Why real accountability and support for Iran’s democratic opposition is the only off-ramp from conflict
This is not just a nuclear issue—it’s a global security emergency. The NCRI warned the world before. They’re ready to warn it again—before it’s too late.
Meanwhile, inside Iran, the regime is facing unprecedented internal chaos. The economy is crumbling under the weight of corruption and sanctions, and public unrest is spreading rapidly. Truck drivers have launched widespread strikes, using their vehicles to block roadways and disrupt the flow of goods. These protests are emblematic of a society on the brink—fed up with tyranny, economic hardship, and lies. The mullahs face pressure from within and without—and the NCRI is prepared to explain how it all connects.
Speakers Available:
Alireza Jafarzadeh – Deputy Director, NCRI-US
Shahin Gobadi – Member of NCRI Parliament in Exile
Other Speakers Available:
Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad – Iranian American Scholar and Cybersecurity Executive
Dr. Kazem Kazerounian – Dean of College of Engineering; expert on Iran’s Nuclear program
Related Article(s)
Damning IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran | Reuters
Exclusive: West plans to push IAEA board to find Iran in breach of duties, diplomats say | Reuters
Iran has amassed even more near weapons-grade uranium, UN watchdog says – The Washington Post
IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran | CNN
Iran Builds Up Near Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile Despite Nuclear Talks – WSJ
Iran’s Collapsing Economy Sparks Protests in Key Sectors – Special Guests
Optional Q&A
- How does the latest IAEA confirmation of uranium enrichment validate the warnings the NCRI has issued for years?
- Why do you think the international community has largely ignored or downplayed the nuclear sites the NCRI exposed nearly two decades ago?
- What are the risks if global powers continue to negotiate with a regime that has repeatedly deceived the world about its nuclear ambitions?
- What updates can the NCRI provide from its network inside Iran regarding the regime’s nuclear activities and military alliances?
- In light of the recent report, what actions should Western governments take beyond sanctions to address Iran’s nuclear threat?
- How is the worsening economic crisis inside Iran connected to the regime’s aggressive nuclear pursuits abroad?
- What impact do you believe growing domestic unrest, such as truckers blocking roads and rising inflation, has on the stability of the regime?
- How does the NCRI envision a democratic, nuclear-free Iran under its leadership and what role does Maryam Rajavi play in that vision?
ABOUT ALIREZA JAFARZADEH…
Alireza Jafarzadeh serves as the Deputy Director of the Washington Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI). He is also the author of The Iran Threat (Palgrave MacMillan, New York, 2008).
A recognized expert on Iranian policy, Jafarzadeh has been at the forefront of efforts to prevent the Iranian regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. His groundbreaking work in 2002 and 2003 led to the discovery of key illicit nuclear sites in Iran, including the Natanz uranium enrichment facility, the Arak heavy water plant, the Kalaye Electric centrifuge testing facility near Tehran, and the Lashkar Ab’ad laser enrichment facility. These revelations prompted the first-ever inspections of Iranian nuclear sites by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Jafarzadeh is a frequent guest on major television and radio networks, including CBS Evening News, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, CNBC, Bloomberg TV, and France 24. His insights have also been featured in leading publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, Time, and The Hill.
ABOUT SHAHIN GOBADI…
Shahin Gobadi, a U.S.-educated nuclear engineer, is a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), Iran’s Parliament-in-Exile.
An astute observer of Iranian affairs for over three decades, Gobadi is an expert on topics including Iranian state-sponsored terrorism, proxy groups in the Middle East, the Iranian nuclear and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programs, Western policy toward Iran, and internal Iranian affairs.
He has been interviewed by major international media outlets, including CNN, Fox News, BBC, Sky TV, GB News, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Times, The Daily Telegraph, Reuters, and the Associated Press. Gobadi’s writings have appeared in prominent media across the U.S. and Europe.
ABOUT DR. RAMESH SEPEHRRAD…
Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad is a leading Iranian-American scholar, published author, cybersecurity executive, and human rights advocate, known for her tireless efforts to advance a non-nuclear, secular, and democratic republic in Iran. As Chair of the Advisory Board of the Organization of Iranian American Communities (OIAC), she plays a pivotal role in bipartisan majority of congressional advocacy, including support for various house resolutions, which endorses the Iranian people’s aspirations for freedom and Maryam Rajavi’s ten-point plan.
Born in Shiraz, Iran, Ramesh’s commitment to justice is deeply personal. Her family endured brutal persecution under both the Shah’s monarchy and the current theocratic regime. Several relatives were imprisoned, tortured, or executed for their opposition to tyranny—an experience that has shaped her life’s mission to amplify the voices of Iran’s oppressed.
After seeking refuge in the United States in 1985, Dr. Sepehrrad earned a B.S. in Computer Science from SUNY Buffalo, an M.A. in Political Science, and a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. She has also taught graduate courses on conflict, gender, and human rights at George Mason, University of Connecticut where she was inducted as the Distinguished Engineer, and University of Baltimore.
Professionally, she has held senior executive roles in cybersecurity and risk management where she has earned numerous industry awards and recognition.
Through academic rigor, policy engagement, and grassroots mobilization, Dr. Sepehrrad is a compelling voice for democratic change in Iran—rejecting both monarchy and theocracy in favor of a republic rooted in gender equality, human rights and the rule of law.
ABOUT DR. KAZEM KAZEROUNIAN…
Dr. Kazem Kazerounian is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Connecticut and served as Dean of the College of Engineering from 2012 to 2024.
He is a member of The Free Iran Scholars Network. A passionate advocate for democracy and human rights, Dr. Kazerounian is also an expert on Iran and the Middle East, particularly regarding the Iranian nuclear issue, and human rights situation in Iran. He has contributed widely through scholarly articles, invited talks, and media interviews on regional affairs and the democratic movement in Iran.
Nationally, he has held leadership roles with ASEE and ASME, shaping engineering policy and education. His honors include the ASME Mechanisms and Robotics Award, AIMBE Fellowship, and induction into the Connecticut Academy of Science & Engineering.
An ASME Fellow, his research spans kinematics, robotics, and biomechanics. He has authored over 160 scholarly works and co-founded AcademicKeys.com and AcademicJournal.com, a professional platform and an online journal for academics.
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