Israel-Iran Conflict: Tehran Planning To Exit Nuclear Treaty? Is The World Nearing A Nuclear War

In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, Iran has announced that its parliament is in the process of drafting a bill to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). In a statement released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, officials confirmed that lawmakers are actively working on legislation that would formalise Tehran’s exit from the landmark nuclear accord.

"In light of recent developments, we will take an appropriate decision. Government has to enforce parliament bills but such a proposal is just being prepared and we will coordinate in the later stages with parliament," the ministry's spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, when asked at a press conference about Tehran potentially leaving the NPT, as reported by Reuters.

This comes amid the conflict between Israel and Iran, now entering its fourth day. Israel has launched a sweeping military campaign deep into Iranian territory, targeting nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure and top-ranking military officials in what it describes as a “preemptive strike” aimed at neutralising Iran’s alleged nuclear weapons ambitions.

Notably, Brigadier General Mohammad Kazemi, the Intelligence Chief of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and his deputy, General Hassan Mohak - both have been reportedly killed in the Israeli airstrikes on Tehran.

Israeli officials claim that the strikes were triggered by what they termed an “alarming acceleration” in Iran’s uranium enrichment program over the past six months. According to them, the attacks were designed to “cripple Iran’s ability to build a nuclear weapon.”

The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is a global agreement designed to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. It encourages international cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and commits signatory nations to pursue nuclear disarmament.

Under the treaty, the five permanent members of the United Nations - the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia and China - are officially recognised as nuclear-armed states. The NPT came into effect in 1970 and was extended indefinitely in 1995. According to United Nations data, 191 countries have signed the landmark nuclear treaty. Iran ratified the agreement through its parliament in 1970.

How Are Western Powers Reacting?

Western powers are watching the developments closely. US President Donald Trump has ruled out direct military involvement, though Washington continues to monitor the situation and maintain regional presence.

Energy security is also under threat, as Iranian strikes have targeted key Israeli infrastructure, including the Haifa refinery. Meanwhile, oil prices have surged and global markets are reacting nervously to the prospect of a broader regional conflict.