The Iranian Nuclear Debate: More Myths Than Facts

Abstract

Much of the public debate surrounding US policies regarding Iran has been distorted by myths that obscure the actual status of Iranian nuclear programs. Similarly, discussions about the implications of a nuclear-armed Iran are often built on questionable assumptions requiring more thorough examination. This article dispels these myths, questions these assumptions, and draws important implications for US policymakers in this critical strategic debate.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA598604

Entities

People

  • Christopher J. Bolan

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Cyber
  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Fissile Materials
  • Fissionable Materials
  • Intelligence Community (United States)
  • International Relations
  • Materials
  • Military Operations
  • Nuclear Bombs
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Nuclear Fuels
  • Nuclear Materials
  • Nuclear Weapons
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Security
  • Treaties
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

Readers

  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Nuclear Non-Proliferation and International Security