Iranian parliamentary spokesperson says Tehran would enrich uranium to 90 percent if subjected to renewed attacks.
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Ibrahim Rizai, spokesperson for Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission in parliament, stated that his country would consider raising uranium enrichment levels to 90 percent in the event of an attack by the US. This statement escalates tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program. Ninety percent enrichment is a level very close to the threshold of weapons-grade uranium. The rhetoric has significant potential to substantially increase military tensions in the region and the risk of nuclear proliferation.
Iran's parliament spokesperson announced that Tehran could increase uranium enrichment to 90 percent in the event of a U.S. attack. This level is considered sufficient for nuclear weapons production and represents a significant jump from Iran's current 60 percent enrichment level.
Escalating nuclear tensions between the U.S. and Iran could trigger fluctuations in oil prices, suspension of airline operations and trade. Rising conflict risk in the region would directly impact companies and investors operating in the Middle East.