Iran Faces Sanctions Showdown: Nuclear Talks with Europe as Treaty Exit Threat Looms

Iran is set to hold urgent nuclear talks with France, Germany, and the UK (the E3) in Istanbul amid escalating tensions over its nuclear program.

The European powers are threatening to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran if no progress is made, while Iran warns it may withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) in response. Iran is also seeking support from Russia and China to counter the European pressure and avoid the 'snapback' of sanctions. The talks come as a critical deadline approaches, with both sides signaling that time is running out for a diplomatic solution.

The outcome could determine whether Iran faces renewed international isolation or a path back to negotiations.