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2007.
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| Summary/Abstract |
The recent decision by Britain to renew its nuclear deterrence underscores the fragile state of the NPT. This article outlines the key points of the NPT, lists some violations of the NPT by nuclear and non-nuclear states, and then discusses how the international community should proceed with Iran. According to the treaty, Iran has an 'inalienable right' to pursue nuclear power for peaceful means. Even if Iran does develop nuclear weapons, it is likely to use them as a counter-balance to Israel's stocks. The international community should seek to generate an environment of goodwill to come to a negotiated settlement of the crisis
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