Secretary Carter, some analysts believe that if Iran is allowed to continue to enrich nuclear materials, even for allegedly peaceful purposes, that other countries in the region will follow suit and begin their own nuclear programs. What is your assessment of this likelihood? Will this deal lead to a nuclearization of the Middle East?
Kirsten Gillibrand: “Secretary Carter, some analysts believe that if Iran is allowed to continue to enrich nuclear materials, even for…”
On the recordJuly 28, 2015
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Gillibrand raises concerns about regional nuclear proliferation due to Iran's enrichment activities.
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