Iran, Russia, and China have jointly appealed to the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, urging a political resolution to address concerns surrounding the Iranian nuclear program. The joint message emphasizes the need for all parties involved to refrain from imposing unilateral sanctions on Tehran.
The letter, disseminated by Iranian news agencies on Sunday, was signed by Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN; Dmitry Polyanskiy, Russia’s First Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN; and Fu Cong, China’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN.
The core of their argument revolves around the perceived flaws in the European trio (Britain, France, and Germany) attempting to trigger the “snapback mechanism,” officially known as the automatic reinstatement of sanctions. The letter contends that this move is fundamentally flawed from legal and procedural standpoints.
The three nations argue that the European countries, having suspended their commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal, and Resolution 2231, and having refused full engagement in the dispute resolution mechanism, lack the necessary authority to invoke the resolution’s provisions. This challenges the legitimacy of any actions taken by the European powers to reimpose sanctions.
The joint communication addressed to Secretary-General Guterres and Vasily Nebenzya, the President of the UN Security Council, specifically highlights the expiration of Resolution 2231. It emphasizes that Article 8 of the resolution stipulates the termination of all its provisions on October 18, 2025. The letter further asserts that the full and timely implementation of the resolution would mark the end of the Security Council’s consideration of the Iranian nuclear issue, contributing to the enhancement of the Council’s authority and the credibility of multilateral diplomacy. This suggests that the Security Council should move towards closing the Iranian nuclear file.
The three countries (Iran, Russia, and China) emphasized the imperative for all relevant parties to commit to finding a political solution that addresses the concerns of all stakeholders. They advocate for diplomatic engagement and dialogue based on mutual respect, urging restraint from imposing unilateral sanctions, threatening the use of force, or taking any other action that could exacerbate the existing situation. The letter stresses that all nations should cooperate in fostering a conducive environment for diplomatic efforts.
The appeal underscores the growing international complexity surrounding the Iran nuclear deal. As the 2025 deadline approaches, the future of the agreement and the potential for renewed tensions remain a key concern for global stability. The call for a political solution highlights the need for continued dialogue and cooperation to navigate the challenges and ensure a peaceful resolution to the ongoing dispute surrounding Iran’s nuclear program. The keywords are: Iran nuclear deal, JCPOA, Russia, China, United Nations, António Guterres, sanctions, political solution, diplomacy, Resolution 2231.
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