France, April 4 -- France this week warned that failure to reach a nuclear agreement with Iran could lead to war, further raising tensions in an already volatile region.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said a military confrontation would seem "almost inevitable" if talks over Iran's nuclear programme collapse.

He delivered the warning during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, after President Emmanuel Macron chaired a high-level meeting on Iran,reflecting growing concerns among European leaders about Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

Western powers, including the United States, have long accused Iran of secretly working to develop nuclear weapons. Iran has denied the claim, saying its programme is peaceful.Diplomatic push

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