“Military pressure or force”
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Iran's nuclear program has been a flashpoint in international relations for decades, with Western powers concerned it could be weaponized while Iran maintains it is purely civilian. The debate centers on whether sustained diplomatic engagement—like the 2015 nuclear deal—or economic sanctions and military threats are more effective at constraining Iran's nuclear ambitions. Recent escalations and diplomatic overtures in 2026 have reignited this fundamental strategic question about how to balance security concerns with the risks of military confrontation.