Ulyanov said, “The Europeans are undermining the political process, diplomatic efforts, and cooperation between the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Iran.”
On September 19, the United Nations Security Council rejected a draft resolution that would prevent the renewal of sanctions on Iran. This will lead to the re-imposition of the Security Council’s restrictions, expected to occur after September 27.
Britain, France, and Germany—signatories of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action aimed at preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons—accuse Iran of violating its commitments under the agreement.
Tensions escalated following the 12-day war between Iran and Israel last June, which disrupted nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington and prompted Iran to suspend its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
