The debate among Iranian hardliners over whether Tehran should seek a nuclear bomb in defiance of an escalating US-Israeli attack is getting louder, more public and more insistent, according to source reports

Newsquawk StaffPublished 26 Mar 2026, 17:40 UTC

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With IRGC now dominant following death of former Supreme Leader Khamenai, hardline views on Iran's nuclear approach are rising, sources said.
However, sources note there was no plan to change Iran's nuclear doctrine yet and Iran had decided not to seek a bomb.
Nonetheless, sources say serious voices in the establishment were questioning the existing policy and demanding a change.

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The rising debate among Iranian hardliners regarding the pursuit of a nuclear bomb, amidst intensified US-Israeli actions, signals potential shifts in Iran's nuclear policy. Although there is currently no official plan to change their stance, the public nature of this debate suggests increased internal pressure, which could have significant implications for regional stability and global markets, particularly in energy and commodities. Investors should watch for any policy shifts that could arise from this internal dissent.

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