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France, the United Kingdom, and Germany, the trio known as the E3, have formally notified the United Nations that they are prepared to reimpose sanctions on Iran unless Tehran resumes meaningful nuclear negotiations. In a letter shared publicly by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, the E3 signaled their readiness to invoke the 'snapback' mechanism under the 2015 nuclear agreement if Iran fails to respond by the end of August. This move follows diplomatic engagements in Istanbul last month, where the E3 sought to revive stalled nuclear discussions. Despite offering a six-month extension for direct U.S.–Iran negotiations, Iran has yet to accept the proposal. The E3 has therefore set a clear ultimatum: either Iran re-enters serious dialogue, or the snapback mechanism will be activated before the UN's October deadline. The snapback mechanism, embedded in UN Security Council Resolution 2231, allows parties to the 2015 JCPOA to reimpose all previously lifted UN sanctions automatically, with no veto possible. If triggered, these sanctions would affect arms, nuclear and missile imports, financial transactions, and international banking tied to Iran. Tensions have only escalated recently. Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency has diminished in the wake of Israeli and U.S. air strikes. Meanwhile, Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, have responded by warning that any attempt at invoking snapback could jeopardize Europe's continued participation in negotiations. Further heightening the stakes, Iranian lawmaker Manouchehr Mottaki announced that if the UN does reimpose sanctions, Iran's parliament is prepared to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). This threat underscores the deepening impasse and potential for broader diplomatic fallout. The E3's firm stance reflects mounting international pressure on Iran. Western governments insist that Tehran's nuclear program poses a growing threat and that diplomacy must not be allowed to stall indefinitely. At the same time, Iran continues to enrich uranium to higher levels and resists calls to halt its activities, asserting its program is exclusively peaceful. With the October 18 expiry date of the dispute resolution window fast approaching, the E3's August deadline serves as a pivotal moment. Iran's response in the coming days will determine whether the region returns to sanctions-driven diplomacy—or if it can still salvage talks through renewed engagement.
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German manufacturer mulls relocating to US to avoid arms embargo against Israel
German automotive manufacturer Renk, which produces tank transmissions and engines for the Israeli military, is considering moving production to the US after the German arms embargo on Israel. Renk CEO Alexander Sagel mentioned the prospective shift on a post-earnings call, as reported by Reuters on Wednesday. The call comes five days after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the country would freeze military exports to Israel that could be used in the Gaza Strip, amidst an Israeli plan to occupy the entire Palestinian enclave. Israel's war on Gaza has drawn international condemnation, and its plan to empty Gaza City of its one million inhabitants has drawn criticism even from staunch Israeli allies such as Germany. If enforced, the plan would amount to the forced expulsion of Palestinians, an illegal move under international law. Renk produces tank transmissions and engines for the Israeli military, accounting for two to three percent of the company's business portfolio. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters These parts are essential components in Israel's main Merkava battle tanks, which were used in the killing of six-year-old Hind Rajab and her family, as well as Namer armoured personnel carriers. 'If we cannot produce [transmissions] in Germany, we will relocate these volumes to a different plant, for example, to the US,' Segal said. 'This might take maybe 8 to 10 months, but if there's no move forward, we will do it because we have this business.' Renk has seen rising profits from its vehicle mobility solutions department in recent months, as Israel's genocide in Gaza continues. German embargo Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday that the exports were frozen 'until further notice' and expressed concern for the plight of Gaza's Palestinians, who are suffering under Israeli-imposed starvation. Germany is Israel's second-largest supplier of weapons, following the US. Merz said it was Israel's right to disarm Hamas and seek the release of its captives in Gaza, but that these goals have become harder to achieve due to Israel's planned military action. "The German government believes that the even tougher military action in the Gaza Strip decided upon by the Israeli cabinet last night makes it increasingly difficult to see how these goals can be achieved," Merz said in a statement. Politically, Germany is one of Israel's closest allies. The country has not recognised Palestine and has committed to ignoring the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Norway sovereign wealth fund drops investments in 11 Israeli companies Read More » Germany has also cracked down on pro-Palestine speech by banning symbols associated with the movement, such as the inverted red triangle, and by withholding public funds from individuals and organisations that boycott Israel. After Israel's cabinet approved a plan to occupy the entire Gaza Strip, Germany announced it would halt 'any exports of military equipment that could be used in the Gaza Strip until further notice'. If enforced, a German arms embargo could represent a significant step in Israel's growing international isolation. Yet according to the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divest and Sanctions movement, on the same day Germany's arms embargo was announced, the country issued a licence to export a submarine to Israel. On 31 July, Slovenia became the first European Union country to impose an arms embargo on Israel. Citing the failure of the EU to impose restrictions itself, the central European country unilaterally banned the export or import of weapons to Israel.
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Cristian Romero replaces Son as Tottenham Hotspur captain
Cristian Romero has been named as Tottenham's new captain after the departure of club legend Son Heung-min. Son, who had worn the armband for the last two seasons and lifted the Europa League in May as Spurs ended their 17-year wait for a trophy, joined LAFC earlier this month. Romero had acted as vice-captain for the previous two years and started the Europa League final win over Manchester United as skipper before Son came off the bench in the second half. The 27-year-old Argentine will lead his side out when Tottenham take on European champions Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. "I had a good conversation with Cuti Romero and he's going to be our captain," new Tottenham manager Thomas Frank told the official club website. "He was very honoured and very happy about it. It's a big thing and should be to lead this wonderful club out on the pitch, not just for this Super Cup, but also throughout the season. "I think he has all the right qualities. He leads from his behaviour on the pitch, driving the team forward in every way and outside the pitch he's always pushing the team." Romero, who joined Spurs from Atalanta four years ago, was part of the Argentina side that won the 2022 World Cup.
