Ofir Akunis: Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions Threaten Global Security

In a series of high-profile interviews and diplomatic meetings in early February 2026, Ofir Akunis, Israel’s Consul General in New York, issued a stark warning to the international community. His message is unwavering: Iran must never be permitted to obtain nuclear weapons.

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Following the military escalations of 2025, Akunis has intensified his advocacy, arguing that the “Evil Empire” in Tehran remains the greatest threat to Western democracy.

The Core Arguments

In his recent discussions with Newsmax and JNS, Akunis outlined three primary reasons for his urgent stance:

• Targeting the West: Akunis asserts that Iran’s goal is not merely regional dominance, but the development of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) capable of reaching Europe and the United States.
• The “Illusion” of Diplomacy: Despite ongoing talks in Oman, Akunis warns that Tehran refuses to genuinely compromise, using negotiations only to buy time while maintaining its core nuclear and missile capabilities.
• Preventative Necessity: Reflecting on the June 2025 airstrikes, Akunis maintains that military action was a last resort to dismantle a plan specifically designed for the “destruction of the State of Israel.”

Strategic Context (February 2026)

The Consul General’s remarks come at a pivotal moment in the “post-2025” landscape:

Factor	Current Status
Nuclear Infrastructure	While 2025 strikes destroyed major sites at Natanz and Fordow, intelligence suggests Iran is attempting to rebuild deep underground.
U.S.-Iran Talks	Indirect negotiations in Muscat (Feb 6, 2026) remain stalled, as Iran refuses to halt uranium enrichment on its own soil.
Regional Deterrence	Iran has signaled it will shift to a “prolonged regional war” strategy to deter further U.S. or Israeli strikes.

A “Biblical” Alliance

Beyond the Iranian threat, Akunis has praised the current U.S. administration’s shift in policy. He recently described the return of President Trump as a “biblical wonder” for the Jewish people, specifically citing:

1. The reversal of weapons embargos that were in place during the previous year.
2. The decisive 2025 military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
3. The ongoing efforts to expand the Abraham Accords despite regional instability.

“The ayatollahs want to keep their nuclear weapons and intercontinental missiles… to target Europe and the United States. We must wake up before it is too late.” — Ofir Akunis