Iran officially withdraws from the 2015 nuclear deal - a new era of confrontation

The end of the diplomatic compromise between Tehran and the West

Iranian authorities have officially announced Termination of the 2015 nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). This is reported by the TV channel WeUkraine with reference to Tehran's official statement.

The document, signed in Vienna by Iran, the United States, China, the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Russia, was intended to end a longstanding diplomatic conflict and ensure Iran's peaceful use of nuclear energy in exchange for the lifting of sanctions.

What Iran's decision means

According to a statement by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the agreement «lost its relevance» due to the failure of other parties to fulfil their obligations, First of all, the United States. Tehran emphasised that from now on, the country No longer restricts its nuclear programme, In particular, uranium enrichment.

Analysts believe that this move could lead to a new round of tension in the Middle East, as the West fears that Iran is moving closer to developing nuclear weapons.

Reaction of the international community

The European Union has already expressed «deep concern» Iran's decision. Representatives of France and Germany called on Tehran to return to diplomacy, warning of possible new sanctions.

The United States has not yet officially commented on the statement, but experts predict that the Trump administration may use the situation to increase pressure on Iran and strengthen its alliance with Israel.

The history of the nuclear deal

The 2015 nuclear deal was one of the key diplomatic achievements of the Barack Obama era. It provided for the gradual lifting of sanctions against Iran in exchange for curbs on its nuclear programme. However, in 2018, the United States withdrew from the agreement on the decision of Donald Trump, which effectively destroyed its balance.