UN sanctions on Iran to be reimposed, France’s Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed that United Nations sanctions on Iran will be reinstated by the end of September, citing Tehran’s lack of seriousness in negotiations with European powers. Macron made the announcement during an interview with Israel’s Channel 12, where he addressed the so-called snapback mechanism designed to reimpose sanctions if Iran violates the 2015 nuclear deal. ‘Yes. I think so because the latest news from the Iranians is not serious,’ Macron stated. The decision comes ahead of a critical meeting at the U.N. General Assembly, where France and Saudi Arabia will co-host discussions on a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians. Macron’s remarks underscore growing frustration among European leaders over Iran’s reluctance to engage constructively in diplomatic efforts to salvage the nuclear agreement. The reimposition of sanctions is expected to escalate tensions in the Middle East, further complicating regional stability.