Nuclear talks between Iran and six world powers have ended without a deal in place. The two sides were reportedly close to reaching a short-term agreement that would see a limited relief of sanctions on Iran in return for a slowdown of its nuclear activities. But the pact collapsed after France refused to sign on. On Sunday, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the right to enrich uranium remains a “red line” his government will never give up.

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani: “We have shown those on the other side of the negotiations, both verbally and through our actions, that threats, sanctions, belittling and discrimination will not work, not under any circumstances. For us, there are red lines that cannot be crossed. The rights of the Iranian nation are our red lines. National interests are our red lines, and that includes our rights under the framework of international regulations and enrichment on Iranian soil.”