Iran has reiterated that it is not pursuing the development of a nuclear weapon, with a senior Foreign Ministry spokesperson dismissing allegations regarding the country’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
In an official statement, the spokesperson said:
“WE ARE NOT SEEKING TO MANUFACTURE A NUCLEAR BOMB FROM THE STOCKPILE OF HIGHLY ENRICHED URANIUM, AND IF WE WANTED TO, WE WOULD HAVE DONE SO.”
The remarks come amid continued international scrutiny over Iran’s nuclear programme, particularly following reports highlighting the expansion of uranium enrichment activities. Western governments and international watchdogs have expressed concerns over the level and quantity of enriched uranium held by Iran.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has in recent assessments noted that Iran possesses enriched uranium at levels beyond those required for civilian energy purposes, though it has not confirmed any active weaponization programme.
Iran has consistently maintained that its nuclear programme is intended for peaceful uses, including energy generation and medical research. Officials have repeatedly emphasized compliance with international obligations, while also criticizing sanctions and external pressure from Western nations.
Diplomatic efforts to revive agreements related to Iran’s nuclear activities, including frameworks associated with the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), have faced challenges in recent years. Negotiations involving global powers have sought to ensure transparency and monitoring of Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The statement from Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson is the latest in a series of official responses aimed at countering allegations regarding nuclear weapon ambitions. The issue remains a key focus of international diplomacy, with ongoing discussions centered on verification, compliance, and regional security implications.