What to know about Iran’s nuclear program as UN ‘snapback’ sanctions deadline nears

A 30-day window to stop the reimposition of United Nations sanctions on Iran is closing. That likely means Tehran will face new pressure on its ailing economy as tensions remain high in the wider Mideast over the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip.

By Associated Press
September 23, 2025
Egyptian Foreign Ministry Press Service via AP
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