Iran condemned the reinstatement of United Nations sanctions on its nuclear and ballistic missile programs as “unjustifiable.” The sanctions, triggered by Britain, France, and Germany via the 2015 nuclear deal’s “snapback” mechanism, took effect at 3:30 AM Tehran time after failed talks and US-Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites in June.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry called the measures “legally baseless,” urging nations to reject them. “Iran will firmly defend its national rights and interests,” it stated, promising a “firm response” to actions undermining its people. President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected negotiations, causing “new problems,” emphasising resilience and national dignity, per ISNA.
The UN has reimposed sanctions on Iran, a decade after they were lifted as part of the nuclear agreement called the JCPOA. European powers led the move, accusing Iran of non-compliance with the deal. pic.twitter.com/YAo6D0yKqx
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) September 27, 2025Despite sanctions, Western leaders continue to advocate for dialogue and diplomacy. EU’s Kaja Kallas said, “This must not end diplomacy.” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Iran to engage in “good faith” talks, pressing UN members to enforce sanctions. Germany’s Johann Wadephul, speaking at the UNGA, stressed preventing Iran’s nuclear weapon development while remaining open to a new deal.
Iran's parliament has condemned the UN's reimposed sanctions on its nuclear programme, calling them 'illegal' and asserting that it retains the right to enrich uranium. pic.twitter.com/Ubp1ATDbrF
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) September 28, 2025Read: Iran Permits Limited IAEA Inspections at Bushehr Under New Framework
The sanctions exacerbate Iran’s economic woes, with the rial hitting a record low of 1.12 million per dollar on the black market (Bonbast, 2025). Engineer Dariush, 50, told AFP, “The situation was already difficult, but it’s getting worse with higher prices.” Iran’s economy, strained by prior US sanctions since 2018, faces further pressure.
The sanctions, affecting 70% of Iran’s oil exports (IEA, 2025), intensify economic strain and geopolitical tensions. Russia and China’s failed bid to delay sanctions underscores global divides. Iran’s defiance, backed by 60
