Iran Confirms Retention of Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Despite Imminent UN Sanctions

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has firmly stated that Iran will remain a party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) despite the imminent reimposition of UN sanctions and internal pressures advocating a tougher stance. He emphasized that Iran has no intention of abandoning the treaty, dismissing suggestions to the contrary and rejecting influence from China and Russia on this decision. Pezeshkian criticized the US administration under President Donald Trump for lacking sincerity in nuclear negotiations, including those preceding an Israeli attack. In response to the sanctions, Iran recalled its ambassadors to the UK, France, and Germany for consultations, though this was not a diplomatic break. The UN Security Council's decision to reinstate sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal further complicates the situation, but Iran maintains its official position that its nuclear program is peaceful. The stance highlights Tehran's commitment to the NPT even amid escalating geopolitical tensions and sanctions pressure.