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ID122008
Title ProperHizbullah and the Iranian nuclear programme
LanguageENG
AuthorBorghard, Erica D ;  Rapp-Hooper, Mira
Publication2013.
Summary / Abstract (Note)In the abundant recent analysis of a nuclearising Iran, scholars and other experts have identified several dangers. The Iranian regime could bully regional rivals, increase its influence in Iraq, further challenge US power in the Gulf and set off a proliferation cascade. Another oft-cited danger is that, protected from retaliation by its nuclear shield, Iran will step up its support for proxy groups in the Middle East. Even without increased backing from Tehran, Hizbullah and Hamas may be emboldened to increase their attacks on Israel, believing that they are covered by an Iranian 'nuclear umbrella'. With a few exceptions, however, most recent analysis fails to explain how Iran would use the bomb to bring about such changes. As outlined by Paul R. Pillar, professor at Georgetown University, most commentary 'links Iran with sundry forms of objectionable behaviour, either real or hypothetical, without explaining what difference the possession of a nuclear weapon would make'. To understand the threats posed by a nuclear-armed Iran, therefore, and to devise policies to avert or mitigate these dangers, we must analyse the causal link between nuclearisation and its potential consequences.
`In' analytical NoteSurvival : the IISS Quarterly Vol. 55, No.4; Aug-Sep 2013: p.85-106
Journal SourceSurvival : the IISS Quarterly Vol. 55, No.4; Aug-Sep 2013: p.85-106
Key WordsIranian Nuclear Programme ;  Hizbullah ;  Iran ;  United States ;  Gulf ;  Middle East ;  Hamas


 
 
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