U.K., France, Germany Reject U.S. Call To Restore Sanctions On Iran

The Trump administration demanded the restoration of UN sanctions on Iran, citing violations of the 2015 nuclear deal. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo emphasized the US's commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring conventional weapons. The snapback procedure allows any 2015 accord participant to restore sanctions if Iran fails to comply, but the US's 2018 withdrawal complicates its ability to trigger this. European signatories argue the US forfeited this right. Despite efforts to salvage the deal, the Security Council rejected a US attempt to renew the arms embargo. Meanwhile, Iran showcased new missiles, escalating tensions.

What was the main reason given by the Trump administration for demanding the restoration of UN sanctions on Iran?

• Iran's oil exports

• Iranian violations of the 2015 nuclear deal

• Iran's economic growth

• Iran's diplomatic relations with Russia

What is the snapback procedure in the context of the 2015 nuclear accord?

• A way to enhance military cooperation

• A strategy to improve diplomatic relations

• A process to restore sanctions if Iran fails to comply

• A method to increase trade with Iran

Why do European signatories believe the U.S. cannot trigger the snapback procedure?

• The U.S. has diplomatic ties with Russia

• The U.S. withdrew from the deal in 2018

• The U.S. supports Iran's nuclear program

• The U.S. has increased trade with Iran

What was the outcome of the Security Council's vote on the U.S. attempt to renew an arms embargo against Iran?

• The vote was successful

• The vote was postponed

• The vote was rejected

• The vote was not held

What was displayed on Iranian state TV that could escalate tensions with the Trump administration?

• New economic policies

• New diplomatic agreements

• New missiles with significant range

• New cultural exchanges