Wall Street Journal: U.S. strikes have heightened political tensions in Tehran and reinforced the view among Iranian officials that the best deterrent is having the ability to build a nuclear bomb. https://t.co/qoJnZfiAym
Three European officials report that recent U.S. attacks have escalated tensions in Tehran, reinforcing Iranian officials' belief that the strongest deterrent is the ability to develop a nuclear bomb.
Three European Officials Say U.S. Attacks Heighten Tensions in Tehran and Make Iranian Leaders Believe That Having Nuclear Bomb Power Is The Best Deterrent 🧪🔥
Recent U.S. military strikes have hardened political sentiment in Tehran, with Iranian officials increasingly convinced that developing the capacity to build a nuclear weapon is the most effective deterrent, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing three European officials familiar with the intelligence. The officials said the heightened tensions underscore a shift in Iran’s strategic calculus following the latest round of U.S. attacks, potentially complicating diplomatic efforts aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.