The United Nations is set to reimpose sweeping economic and military sanctions on Iran, ten years after they were lifted under the international nuclear agreement.
The decision follows a formal letter sent last month by the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to the UN Security Council, accusing Tehran of failing to meet its nuclear commitments. According to the agreement’s rules, the letter triggered a mechanism that gave Iran 30 days to find a diplomatic solution to avoid sanctions. The deadline expired without progress, paving the way for an automatic reinstatement.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the move, calling it “unjust and illegal.” He argued that the decision undermines international law and unfairly targets Iran despite its ongoing efforts to cooperate.
A last-minute push by China and Russia to delay the sanctions failed after their resolution gained only four out of the 15 required votes in the Security Council.
The renewed sanctions are expected to have major implications for Iran’s economy, military activity, and international trade, further escalating tensions in the Middle East.
