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EU Maintains Sanctions on Iran Amid Nuclear Negotiations
Published June 19, 2026
The European Union will not lift significant sanctions imposed on Iran until a formal nuclear agreement is established, according to Al Jazeera’s Dominic Kane. Kaja Kallas, the bloc’s foreign policy chief, emphasized that sanctions related to human rights violations will remain in effect regardless of the nuclear talks.
The EU’s stance underscores the complexities involved in the ongoing negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, highlighting the bloc’s commitment to both nuclear non-proliferation and human rights standards.
