Between a fatwa and war: how Iran makes sense of its nuclear capability
Iran is reaffirming its commitment to maintain its nuclear stockpile amidst external threats, notably from former President Trump's administration. Despite historical religious opposition to nuclear weapons, Iran's leaders express a determination to uphold their nuclear capabilities.
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