Tehran Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Tehran will restart its nuclear infrastructure “with greater strength,” reigniting global concerns over the future of Iran’s atomic ambitions. The announcement follows months of diplomatic silence after U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites in June.
Rebuilding with Resolve
Speaking to state media during a visit to the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization, Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran’s nuclear program remains peaceful and within international law. “We will rebuild what was damaged not with hesitation, but with vigour,” he said, adding that Iran does not seek to develop nuclear weapons.
The facilities targeted earlier this year included centrifuge halls and uranium enrichment labs. Despite the damage, Iran retained critical materials and technical expertise, allowing it to resume operations quickly.
U.S. Response and Escalation Risk
President Donald Trump responded sharply, warning that any attempt to restart Iran’s nuclear program could trigger “fresh and decisive” military action. “We obliterated their nuclear sites once. If they rebuild, we’ll do it again,” Trump said during a press briefing at the APEC Summit in South Korea.
The White House has not confirmed whether new sanctions or military options are being considered, but officials have described Iran’s announcement as “provocative and destabilizing.”
Diplomatic Fallout
The move complicates ongoing efforts by European and Asian powers to revive stalled nuclear negotiations. The EU’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell expressed concern, urging restraint and renewed dialogue. Meanwhile, Russia and China have called for a balanced approach, warning against further escalation.
What’s at Stake
Iran’s nuclear program has long been a flashpoint in Middle Eastern geopolitics. While Tehran insists its activities are for energy and medical research, Western powers fear a pathway to weaponization. The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) collapsed after the U.S. withdrawal in 2018, and attempts to revive it have faltered.
Experts warn that Iran’s technical capacity could allow it to reach weapons-grade enrichment levels within months if unchecked.
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