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McGurn Urges Tougher US Stance on Iran's Nuclear Ambitions

4/15/2026

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On April 14, 2026, the Journal Editorial Report featured an interview with WSJ columnist Bill McGurn about Iran pursuing nuclear weapons despite NPT membership.
McGurn argued that the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty has effectively prevented proliferation among member states, and urged a tougher U.S. stance.
As the NPT Review Conference approaches on April 27, he urged U.S. President Donald Trump to strengthen the treaty to counter Iran and advance nonproliferation efforts.

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On April 14, 2026, the Journal Editorial Report featured an interview with WSJ columnist Bill McGurn about Iran pursuing nuclear weapons despite NPT membership.
McGurn argued that the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty has effectively prevented proliferation among member states, and urged a tougher U.S. stance.
As the NPT Review Conference approaches on April 27, he urged U.S. President Donald Trump to strengthen the treaty to counter Iran and advance nonproliferation efforts.