The United Nations has reimposed sanctions on Iran, including a renewed arms embargo, over its nuclear program, following a process initiated by key European powers.

The move, triggered under the “snapback” mechanism, drew a sharp warning from Tehran, which vowed a harsh response while insisting it has no intention of leaving the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

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The sanctions were reinstated under six UN Security Council Resolutions – 1696, 1737, 1747, 1803, 1835, and 1929 – in response to Iran’s continued “significant non-performance” of its nuclear commitments.

The snapback mechanism, embedded in the 2015 nuclear deal signed between Iran and world powers, was activated by France, the UK, and Germany at the UN Security Council. These measures come as Iran’s econom

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