SAEDNEWS: As European powers edge closer to activating the UN’s snapback sanctions mechanism against Iran, Tehran issues sharp warnings, framing the move as a self-inflicted diplomatic failure for the West that may reshape the global security order.
According to Saed News, European leaders are seriously contemplating the activation of the snapback mechanism—a clause in the 2015 Iran nuclear deal that would reimpose UN sanctions should Tehran violate its commitments. A report published by Javan this week reveals growing momentum in Europe, including an unverified claim attributed to the German Chancellor, suggesting that a formal letter to the UN Security Council may be submitted as early as Tuesday.
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has reacted strongly, warning that any such move would "mark the end of Europe’s role" in the negotiation framework and plunge the region into further complexity. While the snapback process appears straightforward on paper, experts argue that its real-world application is anything but simple. “Europe is trying to use the snapback as leverage, not simply to restore old sanctions,” said Catherine Smith of the Brookings Institution, underscoring its use as a diplomatic tool rather than a punitive measure.
The stakes are compounded by reports from Khorasan, which argue that U.S. economic instability may reduce the likelihood of military escalation. Analysts there suggest that Washington, under internal pressure, may soften its rhetoric towards Tehran to avoid another Middle Eastern confrontation.
Meanwhile, Resalat calls for an aggressive diplomatic posture following Iran’s claimed success in the 12-day war with Israel, insisting that battlefield gains must now be translated into strategic diplomatic wins. It advocates suspending cooperation with international nuclear watchdogs and hints at potential NPT withdrawal if discrimination continues.
In a separate interview published by Etemad, geopolitical expert Abdolreza Farajirad highlights Russia’s growing role as a mediator between Tehran and Washington. Farajirad notes that Moscow could emerge as a key guarantor in future nuclear negotiations, should Iran seek Western validation for its enriched uranium stockpiles—an offer contingent on credible security guarantees.
As tensions thicken, the diplomatic chessboard around Iran is becoming increasingly volatile, where each move risks triggering a broader geopolitical recalibration.
