Iran Threatens to Exit NPT if UN Sanctions Resume
The diplomatic situation surrounding Iran’s nuclear program has reached a critical juncture as Tehran issues strong warnings about potentially withdrawing from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) should the United Nations reimpose or escalate sanctions.
This move could have severe implications for global security and regional stability.
Iranian lawmakers, notably parliament representative Manuchehr Mottaki, emphasized that if sanctions are applied, Iran would seriously consider terminating its commitments under international agreements, even if it means restricting its nuclear activities further.
Recently, Western countries — France, Germany, and the United Kingdom — issued statements to the UN, threatening to trigger the so-called ‘snapback’ mechanism that would swiftly restore economic sanctions against Iran.
These countries urged Iran to extend an existing deadline to avoid automatic sanctions resumption scheduled for later this month, but Iran has remained non-responsive.
The current UN Security Council resolution, which provides frameworks for Iran’s nuclear activities, is set to expire on October 18, and failure to comply could result in an immediate reinstatement of sanctions.
Since the U.S.
withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018 under President Donald Trump, Iran has shifted its stance, increasing nuclear activities despite violations of the original agreement.
While Tehran claims openness to negotiations with the new U.S.
administration, its position has hardened following recent Israeli and American military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Iran demands guarantees of security and compensation for damages caused during military operations, complicating diplomatic efforts amid rising tensions.
As the international community awaits potential easing of conflict, Iran remains committed to asserting its interests and strengthening its regional influence, risking further escalation in nuclear security issues.