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Iran Labels U.S. Overtures on Nuclear Talks a 'Deception' as Snapback Looms

A European pause on U.N. sanctions depends on restored inspections alongside steps on enrichment.

U.S. and Iran flags are seen in this illustration created on June 18, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Overview

  • Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei dismissed Washington’s stated interest in diplomacy as deceptive, citing recent strikes as incompatible with negotiations.
  • U.S. Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington is talking to Tehran and expressed a desire for a permanent solution, adding that the U.S. could negotiate around snapbacks or let them proceed.
  • Britain, France and Germany triggered a 30-day process on Aug. 28 to restore U.N. sanctions, with the deadline set for Sept. 27.
  • The European powers offered to delay reinstating sanctions for up to six months if Iran restores IAEA access, addresses enriched-uranium stockpile concerns, and re-engages with the United States.
  • Iran’s leadership sent mixed signals, as President Masoud Pezeshkian voiced readiness to respect agreed frameworks, whereas Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said talks with Washington would not serve Iran’s interests.