•Iran states it has "never sought" and "doesn't seek" nuclear weapons but is reviewing its nuclear treaty due to West Asia conflict.
•The statement comes amidst Israeli and US strikes on Iranian infrastructure, highlighting global nuclear governance concerns.
•The Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), established in 1968, aims to prevent nuclear weapon spread, promote disarmament, and facilitate peaceful nuclear energy.
•Nine countries possess nuclear warheads: the "Big Five" (US, Russia, China, France, UK) recognized by NPT, and non-NPT states (India, Pakistan, North Korea), plus Israel with ambiguous status.
•Becoming a nuclear power involves acquiring fissile material, weaponization, developing delivery systems, and conducting tests.
