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As of September 15, 2025, Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have agreed on a framework to resume nuclear inspections after a suspension following Israeli and US strikes in June. Iran restricts access to bombed sites, requiring Supreme National Security Council approval. European powers threaten sanctions via the 2015 nuclear deal's snapback mechanism amid concerns over Iran's uranium stockpile and compliance.
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European powers activated a UN sanctions snapback against Iran over its nuclear program, despite Iran, Russia, and China disputing its legality. The move follows a 30-day diplomatic window for negotiations, with Iran and the EU holding talks on a new deal. Tensions remain high as the international community seeks a resolution.
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced a potential prisoner exchange involving Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian detained in France, and French citizens held in Iran. The deal aims to resolve long-standing detention issues amid ongoing diplomatic tensions, with negotiations reportedly nearing final stages.
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Israeli fighter jets over the Red Sea launched ballistic missiles targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar on September 9, killing six in Doha. The attack disrupted regional diplomacy amid ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, with Israel using space-based missile launches to avoid Gulf air defenses. The strike followed a week of escalating violence.
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The UN Security Council failed to block the reimposition of sanctions on Iran after European nations activated a 30-day process. Iran vows to overcome the sanctions, citing ongoing nuclear development and recent attacks on its facilities. Diplomatic efforts continue amid heightened tensions.
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Widespread UN sanctions against Iran have come into force after failed nuclear talks. The sanctions, three months after Israel and the US bombed Iran, target Tehran's nuclear and missile programs and are expected to impact its economy. Diplomacy remains open, but tensions escalate as Iran rejects US demands.
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Iran claims its missile capabilities are sufficient for regional defense, despite Western concerns over nuclear ambitions. Recent Israeli strikes and Iran's missile tests have heightened fears of escalation, with Iran asserting its missile range will meet its strategic needs. The story highlights ongoing tensions and diplomatic obstacles.
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Lennart Monterlos, a 19-year-old French-German cyclist, has been released from Iranian custody after being detained since June. The Iranian judiciary announced the espionage charges against him would be dropped, and he has returned to France. France continues to advocate for the release of two other detained nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris.
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Iran has sentenced two French nationals, Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, to prison terms for espionage, amid ongoing negotiations for a prisoner exchange with France. The sentences follow their arrest in 2022 during a tourist trip, with Iran accusing them of spying for France and Israel. France denies the charges and calls their detention arbitrary.
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As of November 2025, Iran's nuclear program remains under intense international scrutiny following a 12-day war with Israel in June, during which the US joined strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The IAEA has conducted inspections but lacks access to key facilities like Fordow and Natanz. Iran vows to rebuild its nuclear infrastructure stronger, rejects direct US talks, and insists its program is peaceful despite Western concerns and renewed sanctions.
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As of November 21, 2025, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) demands Iran provide full access to nuclear sites damaged in June's Israel-US strikes. Iran rejects cooperation on bombed sites, citing security risks and political provocations. The IAEA warns Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, near weapons-grade, remains unverified, raising global nonproliferation concerns amid stalled diplomacy and renewed sanctions.
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As of November 24, 2025, Iran is pushing for a resumption of stalled nuclear negotiations with the U.S., using Saudi Arabia as a mediator amid fears of renewed Israeli strikes and economic strain. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is visiting France to urge compliance with IAEA obligations, while Tehran denies undeclared enrichment and insists on its right to peaceful nuclear energy.
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The IAEA has demanded Iran cooperate fully on nuclear inspections, citing concerns over uranium stockpiles and access to sites. Iran responded by threatening further actions, citing recent strikes and sanctions. Tensions escalate amid ongoing disputes over nuclear compliance and regional security.
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Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi will meet with French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris this week to urge Iran to resume cooperation with the IAEA amid ongoing tensions over nuclear inspections. The meeting follows increased sanctions and Iran's recent suspension of IAEA cooperation after a war with Israel. Iran emphasizes regional shifts and rejects US conditions for talks.
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Iran's rial hits a new record low against the dollar, driven by stalled negotiations and ongoing sanctions. Food prices rise, and fears grow over potential conflict escalation and economic stability. The situation reflects Iran's strained economy since the US withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018.
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As Iranian women defy the law and let their hair down, Tehran's conservative wing sounds alarm to judiciary, says it 'cannot remain passive' in the face of 'abnormal behaviors'