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The E3 nations – the UK, France, and Germany – have informed the United Nations that they are willing to reinstate sanctions on Iran regarding its nuclear program if talks are not resumed by the end of August. This threat includes the activation of a “snapback” mechanism, which would see the return of previous sanctions if Iran does not engage in negotiations promptly. Despite offering an extension to the deadline for talks, Iran has not responded to the E3’s proposal, leading to increasing tensions between the parties involved.
During talks between E3 delegates and Iranian diplomats in Istanbul last month, initial discussions took place regarding the future of Iran’s nuclear program. In a letter addressed to the UN and Secretary-General António Guterres, the foreign ministers of France, the UK, and Germany conveyed their readiness to impose severe sanctions on Iran unless the country agrees to limit its nuclear activities. The E3 expressed their disappointment that Iran has not responded to their offer of an extended negotiation period, emphasizing their commitment to leveraging diplomatic measures to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
Since the US withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018, tensions between Iran and the international community have escalated. Iran has breached restrictions set by the agreement, leading to concerns about the country’s nuclear ambitions. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that Iran had enriched over 400kg of uranium to a purity level exceeding civilian purposes, approaching weapons-grade quality. In response, Iran’s parliament suspended collaboration with the IAEA, further complicating the situation and prompting increased scrutiny from the E3 nations.
As the deadline for negotiations approaches, the E3 countries have reiterated their willingness to enforce sanctions on Iran if diplomatic solutions are not pursued. The future of Iran’s nuclear program remains uncertain, with the threat of sanctions looming as a potential consequence of failed negotiations. The BBC has reached out to the UK Foreign Office for additional comments, while the Iranian mission to the UN has yet to respond to inquiries from the BBC
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