Britain, France, and Germany have warned Iran that unless it makes concrete progress on its nuclear program by the end of August, they will reimpose tough United Nations sanctions that were lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran has agreed to resume talks with these European powers in Istanbul, but tensions are high as both sides blame each other for the collapse of previous agreements. The European 'snapback' mechanism is seen as a last-resort measure to pressure Iran, while Iranian officials threaten retaliation and warn of regional instability if sanctions return. The diplomatic standoff is further complicated by Iran's shifting alliances with Russia and China, and the looming threat of Iran abandoning nuclear limits altogether.
The outcome of these talks could determine the future of Iran's nuclear ambitions and broader Middle East security.
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