Background
Overview
This concept is critical for understanding global security, the role of international organizations like the IAEA and UNSC in maintaining peace, the effectiveness of non-proliferation treaties, and the geopolitical stability of the Middle East. It reflects the complex interplay of diplomacy, sanctions, and security concerns.
The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is an international treaty whose objective is to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and weapons technology, to promote cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, and to further the goal of achieving nuclear disarmament. Iran's nuclear program has been a long-standing international concern regarding its potential for weaponization, leading to various international agreements and monitoring efforts.