European powers—Britain, France, and Germany—have set an August deadline for Iran to make concrete progress on its nuclear program or face the reimposition of tough United Nations sanctions.
The so-called 'snapback' mechanism would restore sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal, escalating tensions and potentially isolating Iran further. Iran has warned it will retaliate if sanctions are reinstated, threatening to abandon nuclear limits and raising concerns about regional security. Talks are scheduled in Istanbul, but the focus appears to be on preventing further escalation rather than achieving a breakthrough.
The diplomatic standoff highlights the fragile state of the nuclear agreement and the high stakes for both Iran and Europe.
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