Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejects US nuclear program bounty

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has formally requested that the UN Secretary-General, the President of the Security Council, and the Director General of the IAEA condemn a recent announcement by the United States. The protest follows a US State Department initiative, reportedly shared by CENTCOM, which offers rewards of up to $20 million for information regarding Iran’s peaceful nuclear program, including details on scientific personnel, facilities, and equipment.

Araghchi characterized the US announcement as “hateful” and warned of serious implications for international peace and security. He urged the international community to hold the United States accountable for actions that threaten the safety of nuclear installations and personnel.

Additionally, Araghchi dismissed media reports suggesting an upcoming meeting between Iranian officials and US Vice President JD Vance, calling such speculation baseless. He emphasized that diplomacy and adherence to Iran’s conditions, rather than military action or sanctions, remain the only viable paths to resolving current tensions.