Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said Tehran will continue its uranium enrichment program even as Washington threatens to restore sanctions. Speaking to state media, he framed the issue as one of national sovereignty, signaling that the government does not intend to reverse course under external pressure.

The comments come amid renewed tension over Iran’s nuclear activities and the prospect of additional economic penalties from the United States. Any further sanctions would likely deepen pressure on an economy already strained by years of isolation, inflation, and broader political mismanagement.

The latest remarks underscore how nuclear policy remains a flashpoint between Tehran and Washington, with little sign of compromise. For ordinary Iranians, the standoff risks bringing more economic pain while the government doubles down on a program that has repeatedly drawn international concern.

Reuters reported that Araghchi’s statement was made in response to the sanctions threat, but the government has not shown willingness to suspend enrichment. The dispute is expected to remain a central issue in U.S.-Iran relations in the months ahead.