Press Statement by the Embassy Regarding Claims on the Reinstatement of Terminated UNSC Resolutions

Press Statement by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran Regarding Claims on the Reinstatement of Terminated UNSC Resolutions

In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful

Press Statement by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Regarding Claims on the Reinstatement of Terminated UNSC Resolutions

 

Sept. 30, 2025

UNSC Resolution 2231 (2015), which endorsed the JCPOA, terminated all previous UNSC resolutions and associated sanctions related to Iran’s nuclear program. It stipulated that all nuclear-related restrictions would permanently expire on October 18, 2025. It vested no state with unilateral authority to reinterpret or manipulate its provisions. Therefore, claims by the US, the UK, France, and Germany to invoke the so-called “snapback” mechanism to reimpose terminated resolutions are entirely unlawful and, consequently, null and void. Specifically:

• The US's unilateral withdrawal from the JCPOA in May 2018 and imposition of unilateral sanctions rendered Iran’s benefits from the JCPOA null, in clear violation of Resolution 2231. Having ceased participation in all related processes, the US lacks any legitimacy to invoke Resolution 2231.
• The E3 has been in substantial non-performance of its own commitments and is likewise disqualified from invoking Resolution 2231.
• The E3 and the US have consistently misrepresented Iran’s remedial measures, which Iran was compelled to adopt in accordance with its rights under the JCPOA and Resolution 2231, in response to violations of the fundamental bargain of the accord by the E3 and the US.
• Iran engaged in good faith when President Trump called for dialogue earlier this year. The US, however, betrayed the negotiations by actively supporting the Israeli regime’s aggression against Iran, which later included its own attacks on Iran’s peaceful nuclear facilities under IAEA and JCPOA oversight. These acts of aggression received the E3’s explicit or implicit support. Iran’s pursuit of diplomacy was effectively met with hostility.
• Procedurally, the E3’s Aug. 28, 2025, notification fails to meet the criteria outlined in operative paragraph 11 of Resolution 2231, which clearly states that the UNSC must “take into account the views of the relevant states.” Russia, China, Iran, and other Member States have made their positions abundantly clear. Additionally, the draft resolution submitted to the UNSC on Sept. 19, 2025, by the Council President was inconsistent with Resolution 2231. As such, the outcome of its consideration cannot entail the restoration of sanctions. Consequently, any attempt to pressure the UN Secretariat to take steps for which it has no mandate under the UN Charter—particularly Article 100—threatens the neutrality and impartiality of the Secretariat.

Accordingly, no valid legal act has occurred that could restore the terminated resolutions.

Iran reiterates that Resolution 2231 and its associated restrictions must be deemed concluded by the scheduled date of Oct. 18, 2025. Iran, therefore, calls on UN Member States to reject the false narrative of "restored resolutions" and to refrain from implementing any such unlawful measures, which would constitute a violation of international law.

As a committed signatory of the NPT since 1970, Iran has consistently pursued its inalienable right to peaceful nuclear energy under full transparency and has demonstrated readiness to address all questions in good faith, agreeing to the most robust IAEA inspections. Iran rejects weapons of mass destruction, including nuclear weapons, which are inhumane, contrary to Islamic teachings, and inconsistent with our defense doctrine. This principled position was reaffirmed by Iran’s Supreme Leader in his recent address.

 Iran will continue to defend its sovereign rights and legitimate interests firmly. Any move aimed at harming those interests will be met with an appropriate and resolute response, while remaining committed to diplomacy and constructive engagement aimed at achieving a fair and balanced resolution that respects the rights of the Iranian people.  

Let it be clear: Diplomacy, not confrontation, is the only viable path forward.