Iran’s Mullahs on Verge of Drastic Nuclear Measures
Concerns over Iran’s nuclear weapons program are mounting. Over the last two years, Iran has suffered tremendous losses, thanks to Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), which has used exploding pagers and precision strikes to take out terrorists, like the Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah. Iran and its Mullahs have been further alienated by the removal of Bashar al-Assad, in Syria.
On one side, a dangerous regime has been weakened. On the other side, a weakened regime can also be a very desperate one. “As the Iranian regime has been severely weakened at home and in the region,” said Shahin Gobadi, a U.S.-educated nuclear engineer and spokesman for the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI). “It is putting more focus on the drive to acquire nuclear weapons. It would be the most dangerous weapon in the hands of the most dangerous regime.”
Gobadi highlights that the Iranian regime has a history of clandestine nuclear activities, often concealed under civilian projects.
The international community’s response to Iran’s nuclear activities has been a mix of concern and calls for action. Germany, Britain, and France have expressed being “extremely concerned” about Iran’s increased uranium enrichment capacity, urging Tehran to halt and reverse these steps.
Despite these concerns, there has been a perceived lack of decisive action, which Gobadi warns could embolden the Iranian regime to further its nuclear ambitions.
Gobadi asserts that the Iranian regime’s nuclear pursuits are intrinsically linked to its survival strategy. He references reports indicating that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has ordered the acceleration of nuclear weapon production to ensure the regime’s continuity.
This directive underscores the regime’s intent to leverage nuclear capabilities as a means of deterrence and regional dominance.
The NCRI has consistently exposed Iran’s covert nuclear activities, providing detailed intelligence on the regime’s efforts to develop nuclear warheads and related technologies. These revelations challenge the narrative that Iran’s nuclear program is solely for peaceful purposes and highlight the need for vigilant international oversight.
In light of these developments, Gobadi calls for a robust and unified international response. He advocates for the reimplementation of comprehensive sanctions targeting Iran’s critical economic sectors, increased diplomatic isolation, and support for Iranian opposition movements advocating for a democratic and non-nuclear Iran. Gobadi emphasizes that without firm action, the regime will likely continue its nuclear advancements, posing a significant threat to regional and global security.
The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic efforts ongoing to address the challenges posed by Iran’s nuclear activities. The international community faces the critical task of balancing diplomatic engagement with the imperative of preventing nuclear proliferation in the Middle East. Gobadi’s insights serve as a stark reminder of the complexities involved and the necessity for decisive action to counter the Iranian regime’s nuclear ambitions.
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Q&A:
- What are the implications of Iran increasing its uranium enrichment to 60% purity?
- Why do you believe that Iran’s nuclear program is not for peaceful purposes?
- How has the international community responded to Iran’s recent nuclear advancements, and why do you see their actions as inadequate?
- What historical evidence suggests that the Iranian regime has been deceptive about its nuclear activities?
- Why does Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei see nuclear weapon production as essential for the regime’s survival?
- What role has the NCRI played in exposing Iran’s covert nuclear activities, and what evidence have they provided?
- What specific actions does NCRI advocate for in response to Iran’s nuclear escalation?
- How could Iran’s nuclear ambitions impact regional stability and global security?
ABOUT ALIREZA JAFARZADEH…
Alireza Jafarzadeh serves as the Deputy Director of the Washington Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI). He is also the author of The Iran Threat (Palgrave MacMillan, New York, 2008).
A recognized expert on Iranian policy, Jafarzadeh has been at the forefront of efforts to prevent the Iranian regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. His groundbreaking work in 2002 and 2003 led to the discovery of key illicit nuclear sites in Iran, including the Natanz uranium enrichment facility, the Arak heavy water plant, the Kalaye Electric centrifuge testing facility near Tehran, and the Lashkar Ab’ad laser enrichment facility. These revelations prompted the first-ever inspections of Iranian nuclear sites by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Jafarzadeh is a frequent guest on major television and radio networks, including CBS Evening News, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, CNBC, Bloomberg TV, and France 24. His insights have also been featured in leading publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, Time, and The Hill.
ABOUT SHAHIN GOBADI…
Shahin Gobadi, a U.S.-educated nuclear engineer, is a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), Iran’s Parliament-in-Exile.
An astute observer of Iranian affairs for over three decades, Gobadi is an expert on topics including Iranian state-sponsored terrorism, proxy groups in the Middle East, the Iranian nuclear and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programs, Western policy toward Iran, and internal Iranian affairs.
He has been interviewed by major international media outlets, including CNN, Fox News, BBC, Sky TV, GB News, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Times, The Daily Telegraph, Reuters, and the Associated Press. Gobadi’s writings have appeared in prominent media across the U.S. and Europe.
ABOUT ALI SAFAVI…
Ali Safavi is a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), Iran’s Parliament-in-Exile.
A sociologist by training, Safavi studied and taught at UCLA, California State University Los Angeles, and the University of Michigan. He was an active participant in the anti-Shah student movement in the 1970s in the United States and has been deeply engaged in Iranian affairs ever since.
Safavi has lectured and written extensively on Iran, Iraq, terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and Middle Eastern politics. He has appeared in interviews on networks such as CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, CBS, BBC, Sky TV, Newsmax, and France 24. His articles and commentary have been published in leading outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Hill, The Boston Herald, The Washington Times, and The Financial Times.
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