Iran’s big nuclear bomb warning to Israel amid tensions have sent shockwaves to the international community.
Recent remarks from Kamal Kharrazi, an adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have reignited concerns over Iran’s nuclear intentions.
Kharrazi hinted at a potential shift in Iran’s nuclear doctrine if the country’s existence is perceived to be under threat by Israel, raising alarms amidst escalating tensions between the two nations.
“We have no decision to build a nuclear bomb, but should Iran’s existence be threatened, there will be no choice but to change our military doctrine,” Kharrazi said.
Tensions Escalate:
The recent escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel reached a critical juncture when Iran launched a series of explosive drones and missiles directly targeting Israeli territory.
This action came in response to the bombing of Iran’s embassy in Syria’s capital, Damascus, earlier in April.
Iran’s nuclear bomb warning to Israel:
Despite Ayatollah Khamenei’s previous fatwa against the development of nuclear weapons, hints from Iran’s then-intelligence minister in 2021 suggested that external pressures, particularly from Western nations, could prompt a reassessment of Iran’s nuclear posture.
“In the case of an attack on our nuclear facilities by the Zionist regime (Israel), our deterrence will change,” Kharrazi added.
Also read: Saudia to get Nuclear Weapon if Iran gets one first: MBS
Kharrazi’s recent statements echo this sentiment, suggesting a potential shift in Iran’s military doctrine in the face of perceived threats from Israel.
IAEA Engagement:
Efforts to engage with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have yielded mixed results. While discussions between Iranian nuclear officials and IAEA representatives have been described as positive, tangible progress remains elusive.
Rafael Grossi, the head of the IAEA, expressed frustration over Iran’s alleged lack of cooperation, highlighting the urgency for concrete measures to address outstanding concerns regarding Iran’s nuclear activities.
“The present state is completely unsatisfactory for me. We are almost at an impasse and this needs to be changed,” Grossi said.
In a nutshell: How Iran shook Israel pic.twitter.com/joTXyJp4LU
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 10, 2024
Despite commitments made by Iran to assist in investigating uranium particles found at undeclared sites and reinstall monitoring equipment, progress has been slow.
Both Grossi and Iranian officials have acknowledged the 2023 agreement as a potential framework for cooperation, but implementation has been hindered.
Concerns were also raised about external interference, particularly from Israel, which Iran perceives as a hostile actor.
