Iran says will not allow enriched nuclear material to leave country
Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei stated that Iran will not export its enriched nuclear material and warned of retaliation against U.S. bases if attacked. The country is also facing potential gas shortages following damage to infrastructure during recent conflicts.
Why it matters
This underscores the ongoing geopolitical tension between Iran and the U.S. regarding nuclear proliferation and regional stability.
Iran will not allow even a single particle of its enriched nuclear material to leave the country and will retaliate if the United States launches fresh strikes against the Islamic Republic, Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei said.Speaking to Lebanon's pro-Iranian Al Mayadeen TV, Rezaei's remarks came after US officials played down the need for further military action against Iran.Analysts have also pointed to a more conciliatory tone from President Donald Trump since Republicans' defeat in the November 3 midterm elections.Rezaei said there were currently no negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
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