Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi dropped a diplomatic bombshell this week, declaring Tehran’s cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog could collapse if global sanctions return. The warning comes as tensions flare over the 2015 nuclear deal – and the clock ticks toward a potential showdown. ⏳
The Stakes Are High
Speaking to reporters in New York ahead of the UN General Assembly, Araghchi accused France, Britain, and Germany (the E3) of pushing a "destructive" plan to revive sanctions via the deal’s "snapback" clause. If successful, he warned, Iran would retaliate by rethinking its partnership with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). 💥
Diplomacy or Confrontation?
"This is the moment for Europe to choose: cooperation or confrontation," Araghchi said, emphasizing Iran’s refusal to bow to pressure. He stressed that diplomacy remains Tehran’s preferred path – but only if it respects Iran’s "security concerns." 🕊️
The minister blamed the current crisis on the U.S. exit from the nuclear pact in 2018, which triggered Iran’s gradual rollback of compliance. With UN sanctions set to snap back this month unless blocked, all eyes are on whether talks can defuse the situation. 🔍
