TEHRAN: Iran has written to the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), protesting against a US announcement offering a reward for information about Iran’s nuclear programme.

Last week, the US State Department announced a reward of $20 million for information related to Iran’s nuclear programme. Tehran has now formally lodged its protest with the United Nations and the IAEA over the move.

According to Iranian media reports, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in his letter, urged the international organisations to condemn the US action, describing it as dangerous.

Araghchi said the American offer could increase the risks of espionage and sabotage, potentially putting scientists and personnel associated with Iranian nuclear facilities at risk.

The Iranian foreign minister further warned that such actions could undermine the credibility of the IAEA’s safeguards and monitoring system.

He called on the United Nations and the Security Council to hold the United States accountable over the matter.

Araghchi also urged the International Atomic Energy Agency to raise the issue before its Board of Governors.