The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi says he has received a response from Iran’s new president, Paralel.Az reports citing IRNA News.

In an interview with Al Arabiya on Monday, Grossi said that he had received a response from Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, which he said signals a potential for renewed dialogue aimed at what Grossi described as ensuring the peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear activities.

The IAEA chief stressed the need for increased transparency and cooperation from Iran, especially in light of what he called advancements in their nuclear capabilities.

Commenting on the revival of the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), he claimed that the deal needs some amendment as Iran has made atomic progress.

It is possible to reach an agreement with the Islamic Republic on nuclear energy, he said.

Additionally, the IAEA chief touched on broader issues of nuclear proliferation and the IAEA’s role in mitigating the risks of nuclear escalation, particularly in regions of heightened tension.

He mentioned the importance of continued dialogue and the necessity of international cooperation to address these challenges effectively.