France, the United Kingdom and Germany (E3) could begin the process of reimposing United Nations sanctions against Iran – in connection with its nuclear programme – as early as this Thursday: this is what four diplomats were quoted by Reuters as saying on Wednesday 27 August (see EUROPE B13688A3). Should E3 decide to reinstate the sanctions, 30 days would be needed in order for them to be reapplied.
On Tuesday, the E3 and Iran held talks with the aim of reviving diplomatic efforts...