No Trust, No Illusions, No Nuclear Iran: Why Enforcement Must Guide Policy Toward Tehran
The renewed attention surrounding the Gatestone Institute’s article, “No Trust, No Illusions, No Nuclear Iran,” reflects growing concerns about Tehran’s nuclear ambitions and regional behavior. The central argument is straightforward: engagement with Iran should be based on verification, deterrence, and accountability—not trust. No Trust in Tehran, Only Verification Supporters of this approach argue that Iran’s ruling establishment has repeatedly used negotiations, regional instability, and proxy networks to advance its strategic interests. Rather than relying on goodwill or expectations of political change, any future agreement should be built on strict verification mechanisms. The focus should remain on measurable compliance, unrestricted inspections, and enforceable consequences for violations. Preventing a Nuclear Iran Must Remain the Priority A nuclear-armed Iran would fundamentally alter the Middle East’s security landscape . Critics of Tehran’s nuclear program warn that ...
