Iran Scrambles to Avoid Sanctions as Nuclear Talks with Europe, Russia, and China Intensify

Iran is set to resume urgent nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany (the E3) in Istanbul amid escalating threats that Europe will reimpose UN sanctions if no progress is made on Iran's nuclear program. Tehran has warned it may withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and reduce regional security cooperation if sanctions are reinstated. In a bid to strengthen its position, Iran is also consulting closely with Russia and China to counter Western pressure and the potential 'snapback' of sanctions. The talks come as the August deadline for a new agreement looms, with both sides seeking to avoid further escalation. The outcome could have significant implications for regional security and the future of the 2015 nuclear deal.