Iran Threatens to Exit Nuclear Treaty as Europe Mulls Sanctions 'Snapback'

Iran is warning it may withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty if Britain, France, and Germany (the E3) move to reimpose United Nations sanctions over its nuclear program.

The threat comes as Iran prepares for urgent talks with the E3 in Istanbul, while also seeking support from Russia and China to counter Western pressure. European powers have set an end-of-August deadline for progress, threatening to trigger the 'snapback' mechanism that would restore global sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran blames Europe for the deal's collapse and says renewed sanctions would further destabilize the region and complicate diplomatic solutions.

The outcome of these talks could determine the future of Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional security.