In the wake of U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, experts examine the intricate challenges of developing nuclear weapons. A study reveals that countries often take around 10 years to construct a bomb, with obtaining fissile material identified as the most significant hurdle, owing to international restrictions and the need for sophisticated production processes.
While weaponization of fissile materials may be relatively straightforward, delivery systems present varying degrees of difficulty. Experts warn that military attacks may only delay a determined country’s nuclear ambitions, emphasizing that diplomacy and international agreements, such as the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, are essential for long-term prevention.
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