Iran Condemns U.S. Call to Resume Nuclear Testing
The Iranian government has sharply condemned a public statement by U.S. President Donald Trump advocating a return to full-scale nuclear testing. Tehran, through its Foreign Ministry, labelled the call “hypocritical” and criticised the United States for demanding compliance from other nations while itself preparing to detonate nuclear devices. The reaction came shortly after Trump’s speech in which he proposed setting aside the long-standing moratorium on explosive tests in favour of “modernising” the nuclear arsenal.
Accusations of Double Standards
Delivering remarks to the United Nations Third Committee, Iranian officials claimed that Washington’s position reveals a two-tier nuclear order—where the U.S. insists on restraint from countries like Iran but readies to reverse its own testing ban. They argued the move undermines global non-proliferation norms and warned of serious consequences if the United States proceeds.
Broader Global Reaction and Implications
The controversy arises amid renewed global concern over nuclear arms control and the future of the comprehensive test‐ban regime. Analysts warn that U.S. action could spark an arms race and weaken international treaties. For Iran, which remains under strict scrutiny for its enrichment programme, the U.S. announcement offers fresh grounds to challenge sanctions and demand reciprocal treatment. Tehran has called for equal application of rules and signalled it may raise the issue in the U.N. General Assembly.
