Iran and European powers in last-ditch talks to avert restored nuclear sanctions

Iran and European powers are currently in critical talks to avoid reinstatement of UN sanctions on Tehran, according to two senior Iranian officials and two Western diplomats who spoke to Reuters on Monday. However, they cautioned that the likelihood of reaching an agreement before the punitive measures take effect is minimal. Tehran has vowed to ‘continue our path,’ despite the ongoing negotiations with the European countries. The discussions, taking place at the United Nations, are part of the efforts to mitigate the consequences of potential sanctions on Iran.