European powers—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.
Talks are set to resume in Istanbul, with both sides aiming to avoid escalation but little hope for a breakthrough. Iran has threatened to retaliate and possibly abandon nuclear restrictions if sanctions return, blaming Europe for the collapse of the original agreement. The looming 'snapback' mechanism would automatically restore previous sanctions, further isolating Iran and raising regional security concerns.
The diplomatic standoff comes amid shifting alliances and heightened tensions in the Middle East.
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