The representative of the people of Tehran in the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Mahmoud Sadeghi, stated that the demand for withdrawal from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) is increasingly growing among the people, and urged the members of the parliament to seriously address this issue. He emphasized that this matter requires careful attention and examination at the national level.
Increasing Public Demands
Sadeghi, in a session dedicated to examining Iran's legal and political status regarding nuclear issues, referred to the public dissatisfaction regarding adherence to the NPT. He said: "Many citizens believe that this treaty is not in the country's interest and we must make decisions in line with our national interests." This parliament member also pointed to the widespread criticisms in the public sphere regarding the continued adherence to this treaty, stating: "People have come to the conclusion that continuing down this path may be detrimental to our national interests."
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Consequences of Withdrawal from the NPT
Mahmoud Sadeghi further added: "Withdrawal from the NPT could have serious consequences for Iran, including new sanctions and international pressures. However, it should also be noted that if this treaty is not in the country's interest, we must consider other options." He also emphasized the necessity of establishing dialogue and negotiations with other countries in this regard, stating that all capacities should be utilized to advance national interests.
This parliament member also referred to the necessity of creating new agreements and improving relations with other countries, saying: "We must seize every opportunity to enhance international cooperation while also paying attention to our national security." He stressed that withdrawal from the NPT should be a principled decision, considering all aspects.
In conclusion, Sadeghi urged the parliament members to pay more attention to this issue and to examine various aspects of this matter through constructive dialogues. He also called for specialized meetings in this area so that the opinions of experts and specialists are taken into account in decision-making.
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