Iran’s nuclear chief claims self-defense without nuclear weapons

Iran’s nuclear agency chief, Mohammad Eslami, stated that nuclear weapons have “no place” in Iran’s military doctrine and emphasized the country’s capability to defend itself without them. He criticized external pressures on the IAEA and highlighted the political nature of Iran’s nuclear dossier, noting the failed compliance of the US and European nations with the JCPOA. Eslami confirmed that Iran remains a signatory to the NPT while accusing the IAEA of inaction following attacks on its nuclear facilities. Amid escalating threats from the US and Israel, calls are growing for Iran’s leadership to reconsider its non-nuclear military stance.

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