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By Open Chronicle with agencies
Iran warned Tuesday that it could move toward weapons-grade uranium enrichment if military attacks by the United States and Israel resume against Iranian territory.
The warning came from Ebrahim Rezaei, who stated that lawmakers could review the possibility of enriching uranium to 90% purity, a level widely considered weapons-grade.
“We will review it in the parliament,” Rezaei wrote on the social media platform X.
🇮🇷🇺🇸 Spokesperson of the Iranian National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Ebrahim Rezaei:One of Iran's options in the event of another attack could be 90 percent enrichment. We will review it in the parliament. pic.twitter.com/lSpq8ZnXPa
— Visioner (@visionergeo) May 12, 2026
Nuclear Tensions Escalate Again
The comments reflect the continued deterioration of relations between Tehran, Washington, and Israel following months of military escalation across the Middle East.
The current crisis intensified after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes against Iran on Feb. 28, prompting Iranian retaliation against Israeli targets and American allies in the Gulf region hosting U.S. military assets.
The confrontation also led to the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz, triggering major disruption to global energy markets and international shipping.
Although a ceasefire brokered through Pakistani mediation took effect on April 8, negotiations in Islamabad failed to produce a permanent agreement.
Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal
The fragile truce has come under increasing pressure in recent days after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest response to an American peace proposal.
Trump described Tehran’s response as “totally unacceptable” and later said the ceasefire was on “massive life support.”
Iranian officials, meanwhile, insist their position focuses on sovereignty, sanctions relief, and security guarantees rather than concessions demanded by Washington.
The Iranian parliament’s latest warning appears aimed at increasing pressure on the United States and its allies during stalled diplomatic negotiations.
Weapons-Grade Enrichment Raises Global Concerns
Uranium enriched to 90% purity is generally considered suitable for nuclear weapons development, though Iran continues insisting its nuclear program is intended for civilian and peaceful purposes.
Western governments and international watchdogs have long expressed concern over Tehran’s expanding enrichment capabilities and growing stockpiles of highly enriched uranium.
Analysts warn that any formal Iranian move toward weapons-grade enrichment would likely trigger severe international consequences, including the possibility of renewed sanctions, military escalation, or expanded regional conflict.
Regional Instability Continues
The renewed nuclear warning comes amid continuing instability across the Middle East.
Military activity involving Iran, Israel, Hezbollah, and Gulf states remains elevated despite ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at preserving the current ceasefire framework.
The crisis has already produced significant global consequences, including surging oil prices, shipping disruptions, and rising geopolitical tensions involving major world powers.
Observers say the coming days could prove critical for determining whether diplomacy can prevent another escalation between Iran and the United States.