Iran vows to keep pursuing nuclear weapons as long as US and Israel have them

Iran’s IRGC chief Ahmad Vahidi said Tehran will continue developing nuclear weapons as long as the United States and Israel possess them, a stance that hardens the security narrative around talks over the Strait of Hormuz. Netanyahu and Trump reiterated a tough stance against a nuclear Iran, while experts warn Tehran may use Hormuz negotiations to win sanctions relief before addressing its nuclear program. Analysts urge keeping the nuclear issue front and center, pursuing verifiable inspections, and tying any concessions to concrete nuclear steps to prevent Tehran from preserving leverage and stockpiles.