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Iran's Kharrazi Claims Technical Capability for Nuclear Weapons on Al-Mayadeen TV, Cites Fatwa as Barrier Amid Existential Threat

Nov 1, 2024, 02:56 PM

Kamal Kharrazi, a senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, stated in an interview with Al-Mayadeen TV that Iran possesses the technical capabilities to produce nuclear weapons. He emphasized that the only barrier to this development is a 'fatwa' issued by the Supreme Leader, which currently prohibits the pursuit of nuclear armament. Kharrazi also indicated that Iran's nuclear doctrine could be altered if the country faces what he termed an 'existential threat.' This statement reflects ongoing concerns regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions and its potential responses to perceived threats.