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Iran has shifted its public stance on nuclear weapons development, with officials and commentators increasingly discussing the possibility of pursuing nuclear arms following years of official denial, according to Israeli media reports.

Traditionally, Tehran has hidden behind a religious ruling prohibiting nuclear weapons whilst maintaining a secret weapons development programme. However, in the aftermath of recent regional developments and the death of key Iranian leaders, the discourse within Iran has fundamentally changed.

Israeli sources report that discussing withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty is no longer considered taboo in Iranian political circles, representing a significant escalation in rhetoric around the nation’s nuclear ambitions. This marks a notable shift in Iran’s nuclear policy messaging and strategic posture in the region.

Sources: Jerusalem Post, Times of Israel, Ynet, www.israelhayom.co.il