Vienna, Sept 27, 2025 (AFP) - What is 'snapback'? European nations' Iran sanctions move explained

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Ten years after wide-ranging UN sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme were lifted under a landmark deal with world powers, the economic measures are likely to be reimposed Saturday evening. The so-called "snapback" of UN sanctions comes after the "E3" European group -- comprising Britain, France and Germany -- activated the unique mechanism in the 2015 nuclear deal, alleging Tehran was not meeting its obligations. Western powers and Israel......

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