Iran may withdraw from NPT if war resumes — security council secretary
⟶ Iran's potential withdrawal from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) was stated as a possibility. This hinges on the resumption of war, according to a security council secretary. The secretary emphasized that the US must first guarantee Iran's rights under the NPT.
Mohsen Rezaei emphasized that the US must ensure Iran can exercise all the rights guaranteed by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons before discussions on its nuclear program can begin
Background
Discussions regarding Iran's nuclear program are pending this guarantee.
Why it matters
This statement suggests a significant geopolitical stance by Iran regarding its nuclear rights and international treaties. It highlights a potential escalation in tensions if specific conditions are not met by the US.