European powers—Britain, France, and Germany—have issued an ultimatum to Iran: make concrete progress on its nuclear program by the end of August or face the reimposition of tough United Nations sanctions.
The renewed threat comes as Iran and the E3 prepare for urgent nuclear talks in Istanbul, aiming to salvage the 2015 nuclear deal that has been teetering on the brink of collapse. Iran has warned that restoring sanctions would escalate regional tensions and complicate diplomatic efforts, while also threatening to abandon nuclear restrictions if pressured. The situation is further complicated by shifting alliances, with Iran consulting Russia and China and blaming Europe for the deal's failure.
The coming weeks are critical, as both sides weigh the risks of escalation against the possibility of renewed diplomacy.
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