Ex-Mossad Chief Warns Iran Pursues Nuclear Weapons Despite Deal
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Former Mossad chief Dadi Barnea warned that Iran is determined to build nuclear weapons regardless of international agreements, as long as its current regime is in power. He suggested that economic pressure, including sanctions and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, could destabilize the regime. Barnea also noted that while war could hasten the regime's fall, it would severely disrupt global energy markets. Meanwhile, an Iranian MP claimed Tehran already has nuclear weapons.
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- Former Mossad chief Dadi Barnea stated Iran is determined to build nuclear weapons regardless of international agreements.
- Barnea proposed intensifying economic pressure on Iran through sanctions and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
- He warned that war with Iran would severely disrupt global energy markets and the world economy.
- Barnea believes the Iranian population is resilient and awaits an opportunity to protest the regime.
- An Iranian MP claimed Tehran already possesses nuclear weapons and could use them against Israel and the US.
Former Mossad chief Dadi Barnea stated that Iran is determined to develop nuclear weapons regardless of international agreements, as long as the current regime remains in power. Speaking at a conference in New York organized by the publication Israel Hayom, Barnea expressed concern that any agreement with Iran would reward its strategy of destruction and terror, potentially granting the regime long-term stability.
Barnea doubted the feasibility of a deal that Iran would genuinely adhere to, ensuring a complete abandonment of its nuclear capabilities. He believes that even if such a deal were struck, Tehran would continue its pursuit of nuclear weapons in the long run. As an alternative, he proposed intensifying economic pressure on Iran through sustained sanctions and a complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Barnea, crippling Iran's economy and halting its oil revenues would make it extremely difficult for the regime to stay in power. He noted that the Iranian population shows remarkable resilience and that millions are waiting for an opportunity to protest against the authorities and demand freedom. Barnea emphasized that overthrowing the regime requires patience and courage, and if peaceful means fail, war might become the only option.
He cautioned that renewed hostilities would cause significant global energy market disruptions and negatively impact the world economy, though it could accelerate the Iranian regime's downfall. Despite suffering damage, Tehran is actively working to restore its nuclear program, viewing it as crucial for the current government's survival. Barnea is convinced that Iran will persist in its nuclear ambitions as part of a long-term strategy, irrespective of any new agreement.
Separately, Iranian MP Kamran Aznafri claimed that Tehran already possesses nuclear weapons and could use them against Israel and the United States if a new military confrontation occurs.
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