Iran’s deputy foreign minister has issued a warning that the country could exit the nuclear treaty if Europe reimposes sanctions. This statement comes as he prepares to meet with European officials in Istanbul for nuclear talks. The threat highlights the ongoing tensions between Iran and Western powers over nuclear proliferation and sanctions enforcement.
The warning from Iran’s deputy foreign minister came days before he is set to travel to Istanbul for nuclear talks with European counterparts. The European Union has been under pressure to address Iran’s concerns regarding the lifting of sanctions, which were partially lifted in 2016 under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). However, recent political shifts in Europe have raised concerns about the sustainability of the agreement.
An anti-American mural in Tehran in April illustrates the deep-seated mistrust between Iran and the United States. The mural serves as a symbol of the broader geopolitical tensions that have persisted since the 2015 nuclear deal. Analysts suggest that Iran’s warning is a strategic move to assert its position in the ongoing nuclear talks and to signal that it will not be intimidated by external pressures.