In a recent interview with TASS, Sergey Ryabkov, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, reaffirmed that Iran's new leadership remains steadfast in its commitment to not developing nuclear weapons. He noted that this position has been consistently upheld by both former and current leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Ryabkov emphasized that the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) outlines obligations that Iran has never rejected. The NPT not only prohibits the development of nuclear weapons but also grants Iran the right to pursue peaceful nuclear energy, including uranium enrichment, under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Ryabkov stressed that this right is inalienable and should not be subject to external interpretations. He further stated that it is solely up to the Iranian people to determine how to exercise their rights in accordance with their national interests. This dialogue highlights the complexities surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions and the broader implications for international security and diplomatic relations.