Opinion | Why Iran May Dash for the Bomb

The nuclear deal was supposed to prevent this. What went wrong?

The Iran nuclear deal was supposed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. But the deal is now in tatters, and Iran is closer than ever to getting the bomb.

What went wrong?

There are a number of factors that have contributed to the current crisis. First, the Trump administration withdrew from the deal in 2018, and reimposed sanctions on Iran. This has made it much more difficult for Iran to comply with the deal's terms. Second, Iran has been accused of violating the deal, including by increasing its stockpile of enriched uranium. Third, the US has been accused of not doing enough to enforce the deal.

As a result of these factors, Iran is now closer than ever to getting the bomb. The country has already enriched enough uranium to build several nuclear weapons, and it is continuing to enrich uranium at a rapid pace. If Iran does get the bomb, it would pose a major threat to the US and its allies in the region.

There are a number of things that could be done to prevent Iran from getting the bomb. The US could re-enter the nuclear deal, and work with Iran to ensure that it is complying with its terms. The US could also work with its allies to impose tougher sanctions on Iran. However, it is important to remember that these options are not without their risks. If the US re-enters the deal, it could be seen as a sign of weakness. If the US imposes tougher sanctions, it could lead to a war with Iran.

The Iran nuclear deal was a major diplomatic achievement. It was supposed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, and it did so for several years. However, the deal is now in tatters, and Iran is closer than ever to getting the bomb. It is important to understand what went wrong, and to take steps to prevent Iran from getting the bomb.