TEHRAN- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, issued a defiant message to "enemies" on Sunday, vowing that Iran's development, including its nuclear program, will continue unabated despite attempts to hinder it.

Speaking at the Bahman 22 rally, Eslami congratulated Iranians on the Fajr decade, a period commemorating the 1979 Islamic Revolution, and accused enemies of using "countless accusations" to slow down the country's progress.

He emphasized the importance of nuclear technology for national development, arguing it is crucial for advancements in various scientific, technological, and industrial fields. 

Despite "enemies' will to hamper Iran's access," Eslami declared that "thanks to God, endogenous research, self-belief, and effort," Iran has achieved nuclear technological self-sufficiency, foiling the enemies' objectives.

He dismissed any impact of "enemies' terrorist moves" on Iranian scientists and the nation's resolve, emphasizing the Iranian people's 45-year commitment to the Islamic Revolution and warned "enemies" that they cannot deter the nation's progress. 

"The dear Iranian nation is more powerful than the enemies' plots," he declared, praising the people's wisdom and continued support for the Islamic Revolution.

Eslami concluded by asserting Iran's position as one of the leaders in scientific progress, declaring that today the country is on the top of the chart of scientific progress in the world.