WANA (Sep 29) – Following the reactivation of UN sanctions and resolutions through the snapback mechanism on September 28, initiated by France, Germany, and the UK as part of the nuclear agreement provisions, several countries have announced the imposition of new sanctions on Iran.

 

The UK government announced on Monday that it has imposed 71 new sanctions under nuclear-related measures against Iran. According to reports, the new sanctions list includes 9 individuals and 62 entities, among them Iran’s Ministry of Oil and Ministry of Energy.

 

Meanwhile, the Japanese government also announced it is reintroducing its economic sanctions against Tehran following the return of UN sanctions on Iran. Under this decision and the UN Security Council resolution, the assets of 78 Iranian entities and 43 individuals will be frozen in Japan.

 

At a press conference, Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said, “This issue is now at a critical point.” Emphasising the importance of diplomacy, he added, “We must not miss opportunities for dialogue.”

 

Hayashi reiterated that Japan’s position on seeking a diplomatic solution remains unchanged, stating, “While adhering to the Security Council’s decision, we will continue necessary diplomatic efforts.”

 

Iran has condemned this Western action as illegal and stated it will firmly defend its rights. This comes amid Iran’s strong opposition to the reinstatement of UN sanctions, including threats to halt cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

 

Previously, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, said, “We declare that if any country attempts to take action against Iran based on these illegal resolutions, it will face a reciprocal and serious response from Iran, and the three European countries that initiated this illegal action will also witness our reaction.”

Diplomacy Against the Snapback Mechanism . JCPOA