Iran Threatens Nuclear Treaty Exit as Europe Weighs Sanctions: High-Stakes Talks Set for Istanbul

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

This threat comes as the E3 prepare for urgent face-to-face talks with Iran in Istanbul, aiming to salvage the 2015 nuclear deal and avoid escalating tensions. Iran is also seeking support from Russia and China to counter Western pressure and potential sanctions. European nations have set an August deadline for a new agreement, raising the stakes for these negotiations.

The outcome could determine whether Iran faces renewed international isolation or a diplomatic breakthrough.