Prof. Dr. Frank Umbach at Phoenix: Iran May Not Give Up Nuclear Weapons Prof. Dr. Frank Umbach at Phoenix: Iran May Not Give Up Nuclear Weapons

In a roughly five-minute segment titled “Iran May Not Give Up Nuclear Weapons” on Phoenix der Tag, Prof. Dr. Frank Umbach from CASSIS, University of Bonn, discusses the ongoing nuclear standoff with Iran . He emphasizes that despite diplomatic efforts, including discussions at the G7 summit, Iran shows no intent to fully dismantle its nuclear infrastructure. Umbach argues that a credible agreement would require Iran to provide verifiable assurances of non-militarization—a condition that currently appears unlikely. He stresses that Western powers need to shift strategy from imposing rigid ultimatums to offering incrementally structured incentives combined with stringent verification protocols. Umbach also warns that weakening the agreement could embolden further armament within the region. He concludes by urging that foreign policy decisions be guided not by rhetoric or symbolism, but by enforceable verification mechanisms and concern for regional stability.