Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran, aimed at halting its nuclear ambitions, may inadvertently accelerate a worldwide nuclear arms race, according to security analysts.
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NBC News reports that Israel claims its actions are a defensive move against a potential existential threat. However, experts warn that the strikes could push Iran — and other countries — further toward nuclear weapon development, seeing them as necessary for protection.
Robert Kelly, a nuclear proliferation specialist at Pusan National University, stated, “If you don’t have nuclear weapons, you get bombed. It’s that simple.” He suggested the attack sends a clear message to nations like Iran that deterrence only works if one possesses nuclear capability.
Organizations like the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) have also flagged the growing risk, pointing out that global nuclear modernization is already underway. SIPRI’s 2025 report highlights the aggressive expansion of nuclear programs in countries like China, India, and Pakistan.
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Former U.S. officials believe the Israeli attacks could set off a cascade effect, pushing Iran to fast-track its nuclear development. This, in turn, could force regional rivals like Saudi Arabia to consider building their own arsenal.
Decker Eveleth, a weapons analyst, said on X (formerly Twitter), “North Korea must be patting themselves on the back right now. This is why they built nukes.”
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With escalating tensions, experts warn that rather than preventing a nuclear-armed Iran, Israel’s actions may have opened a dangerous new chapter in the global arms race.
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