Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has doubled down on his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, vowing to deploy “all available resources” to counter Tehran’s nuclear ambitions. Speaking on Channel 14, he emphasized that countering Iran remains Israel’s top strategic priority.
Netanyahu’s statement comes in the wake of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi hinting at a possible shift in Iran’s nuclear doctrine if Western sanctions persist. According to Araghchi, internal debates in Iran reflect dissatisfaction with unmet commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.
While Iran insists its nuclear activities are for peaceful purposes, it has enriched uranium to 60%, a level nearing weapons-grade according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Following a recent censure by the IAEA over Tehran’s lack of cooperation, Iran announced advancements in its centrifuge technology, signaling defiance amid growing international scrutiny.
As Iran gears up for crucial nuclear talks with European powers, analysts suggest Tehran is aiming to mend strained relations and avoid compounded sanctions, particularly with U.S. President-elect Trump’s administration poised to adopt a hardline stance. Meanwhile, Netanyahu remains steadfast, declaring, “We will not allow Iran to become a nuclear power.”