Iran says it could produce nuclear weapons in a short period

Iranian parliament member Esmail Kowsari stated that Tehran could produce nuclear weapons in a short time if the country's Supreme Leader makes a decision to do so.

Operativ Media reports that Kowsari made the statement during a speech at an analytical session dedicated to the US elections.

Kowsari added that he currently sees no reason for Iran to withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), but criticized the activities of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).