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Key Points

Iran has warned France, Britain, and Germany of a "proportionate response" if they reinstate nuclear sanctions. Tehran accuses the E3 of violating the 2015 nuclear deal while citing US-Israeli attacks as justification for reduced compliance. Recent strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and retaliatory attacks have stalled diplomatic efforts. The standoff continues as Iran demands guarantees before resuming talks with the US.

Key Points: Iran Warns E3 of Response to Nuclear Sanctions Snapback Threat

  • Iran blames US-Israeli strikes for nuclear tensions
  • E3 sanctions threat lacks legal standing, says Tehran
  • JCPOA talks stalled after attacks on nuclear sites
  • Iran retaliated with strikes on US base in Qatar
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Iran vows fitting response to E3 threat of nuclear sanctions snapback

Iran vows a "proportionate response" if E3 triggers nuclear sanctions, blaming US-Israeli attacks for escalating tensions amid stalled JCPOA talks.

"Iran will deliver a proportionate and appropriate response – Esmaeil Baghaei"

Tehran, July 14

Iran will deliver "a proportionate and appropriate response" if France, Britain and Germany, collectively known as the E3, trigger sanctions snapback mechanisms, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei warned on Monday.

The warning, made by Baghaei at a weekly press conference, came after the E3 threatened to reinstate international sanctions over Iran's nuclear activities.

Denouncing the E3 threat as politically motivated and lacking legal and moral standing, Baghaei said Iran still considers itself a member of the 2015 nuclear deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and Iran's reduced compliance resulted from "flagrant violations" by the United States and certain other signatories, reported Xinhua news agency.

The E3 have violated their own JCPOA obligations, he said, adding that using the mechanism has no topicality given the recent Israeli-US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Baghaei ruled out resuming nuclear talks between Iran and the United States until "the effectiveness of diplomacy and the negotiation process" is assured.

Between April 12 and May 23, Iran and the United States held five rounds of indirect talks on Tehran's nuclear program and the removal of US sanctions.

Two days before the sixth round, which was scheduled to take place in Oman's capital city of Muscat on June 15, Israel launched major airstrikes on several areas in Iran, including nuclear and military sites, killing senior commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians.

Iran responded with multiple waves of missile and drone attacks on Israel.

On June 22, US forces bombed the three Iranian nuclear facilities of Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. In retaliation, Iran struck the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

Following 12 days of war, a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was achieved on June 24.

- IANS

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Priya S
As an Indian, I'm concerned about how this tension might affect oil prices. Our economy is already struggling with inflation. Hope diplomacy prevails soon 🙏
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Aman W
The West never follows through on their promises. Remember how US unilaterally withdrew from JCPOA? Now they want to punish Iran for reacting? Typical bully behavior.
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Sarah B
While Iran has legitimate concerns, their nuclear program does raise global security issues. There needs to be more transparency from both sides to rebuild trust.
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Vikram M
India should stay neutral in this conflict. We have good relations with both Iran and Israel. Our focus should be protecting Indian interests and diaspora in the region.
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Kavya N
The attacks on nuclear scientists are unacceptable! How can world powers claim moral high ground when they target civilians? This hypocrisy makes me sick 🤢

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