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Iranian FM Criticizes French Stance on Nuclear Program

Oct 23, 2026 01:06 AM CT Tehran, Iran diplomacy, nuclear-program, iran-france, foreign-policy

Summary

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi publicly condemned French President Emmanuel Macron for what Tehran describes as inconsistent diplomatic positions regarding the Iranian nuclear program. This statement reflects ongoing diplomatic friction between Iran and European powers over nuclear compliance and sanctions relief, serving as a signal of Iran's resistance to perceived Western pressure.

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Foreign Minister Araghchi slammed Macron's 'flip-flop' on the nuclear program, indicating dissatisfaction with French diplomatic consistency.

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