Iran warns west over snapback threats

Iran has issued a stern warning to the United Nations regarding threats of reactivating the “snapback mechanism” under the 2015 nuclear deal, blaming Western powers for the ongoing tensions.

In a letter to the UN Security Council and Secretary-General, Iran’s UN envoy, Amir Saeed Iravani, condemned what he called “unfounded accusations” from Britain, Germany, and France about Iran’s compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and UN Resolution 2231. He argued that these accusations misrepresent Iran’s actions while ignoring Western shortcomings.

“Iran remains committed to good faith diplomacy and addressing common challenges through all diplomatic avenues,” Iravani stated, emphasizing that “meaningful diplomacy requires genuine engagement and adherence to commitments.”

The envoy highlighted that the JCPOA’s current crisis stems from the United States’ unilateral withdrawal in 2018 and the failure of the European Troika and the European Union to meet their obligations under the deal. Despite these provocations, Iravani stressed that Iran has continued to uphold its end of the agreement, demonstrating transparency and compliance even under U.S.-imposed sanctions.

He also criticized the European powers for misrepresenting Iran’s cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and urged them to recognize that progress requires “real engagement and respect for commitments.”

Iran’s warning comes as diplomatic tensions rise, with the snapback mechanism potentially reinstating international sanctions on Iran. Iravani called on the Troika to abandon counterproductive measures, emphasizing that lasting solutions depend on trust and genuine cooperation.