Escalation in Hormuz pushing Iran to 'run faster toward the nuclear bomb,' Iran expert says

An Iran expert from the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), Ben Sabti, warns that escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing Iran to accelerate its nuclear weapons program. The regime perceives its survival as a victory, and its central power mechanisms remain intact despite international pressure. This development follows increased military posturing in the strategic waterway, through which a significant portion of global oil transit flows. Sabti's analysis suggests that the regime's sense of invulnerability is driving faster progress toward a nuclear capability. The comments come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to curb Iran's nuclear activities, which have stalled in recent months.

Global Impact

Geopolitically, an accelerated Iranian nuclear program could trigger a regional arms race, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE seeking their own nuclear capabilities. Economically, the Strait of Hormuz disruption risk would spike oil prices and global shipping costs, potentially reigniting inflation.