Iran withdraws nuclear site attack ban amid US pressure
Iran has withdrawn a resolution at a UN meeting that sought to ban attacks on its nuclear facilities, a decision influenced by pressure from the United States, which threatened funding cuts to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This development follows increased tensions after the US struck Iranian nuclear sites in June, with European nations now advocating for the reinstatement of sanctions against Tehran over its nuclear ambitions. The looming deadline for a diplomatic resolution adds urgency to the situation, highlighting the complexities of international negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program. This incident underscores the broader geopolitical struggle, particularly in the context of regional stability and the potential implications for nations reliant on diplomatic agreements to curb nuclear proliferation.