Iran’s Dangerous Gambit: Defying UN Sanctions Threatens Regional Stability and America’s Security

Iran’s recent posture in response to the United Nations’ reimposed sanctions signals a troubling challenge to global order and America’s national security. After snapback sanctions froze Iranian assets and halted arms deals under a mechanism included in the 2015 nuclear agreement, Tehran is now threatening to withdraw from the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT). This is not idle rhetoric—it speaks directly to an accelerating disregard for international norms that protect freedom and sovereignty. Why Does Iran’s Defiance Threaten America’s Security? At first glance, these developments might seem like distant diplomatic dramas. Yet, the reality is clear: Iran's defiance undermines efforts to...