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'There is a great deal of support for that change of nuclear doctrine': Political analyst

Amid renewed debate over Iran’s nuclear policy, questions are growing over whether Tehran should consider nuclear weapons as a deterrent against further attacks.

Amid growing debate over Iran’s nuclear doctrine following repeated US-Israeli attacks, questions are mounting over whether Tehran should reconsider its position on nuclear weapons as a means of deterrence.

Professor at the University of Tehran, Foad Izadi, argues that the failure of conventional military capabilities and diplomatic efforts to prevent aggression has strengthened calls within Iran for a shift in its nuclear policy, warning that effective deterrence may be the only way to prevent future attacks.